tickets onsale starting tomorrow (May 6th) at 10am
Available at Fly Boutique (1970 St-Catherine West)
Off the Hook (1021 St-Catherine West)
DNA Rekkids (3828 St-Laurent)
Advance is $13 door is $5 more.
This show is gonna be wikkkkkkkkid!

April 29th...
Live hip-hop performance tonight featuring Duck-it from ICM.
Garage & Jungle from 1am onwards. 2 drinks for $5 and no cover.
Tonight is gonna be hyper!

The weekly Saturday Night Bump & Hussle hosted by AfterDARK features a wikkid mix of music inside the newly renovated Jupiter Room on St-Laurent. From funk and live reggae to 80's & 90's dance classics to house and garage anthems to break-beats and jungle/d&b, our rotating DJs cover the spectrum of urban dance music to bring you a hot party every week.


Featuring some of Montreal's top party rockers including the hussler, mr. vain, r cola, mr. ricks and regimental and hosted by the amazing mc Chata from CISM 89.3fm's Riddim Wise radio show on Sundays from 4-6pm. The vibes are nice and the party is bumping.

Saturday's at Jupiter Room are free to get in and with a 2 drinks for $5 special at the bar all night, bump & hussle is only hard on your knees, not your pocket.

Rotating weekly DJs and special guests passing through every Saturday night, so you'll never know exactly what is going down - but guaranteed, it's gonna be drunk!

Make Jupiter Room your Saturday night party destination, or stop by for a 2 for $5 drink on the way down The Main.

| JUPITER ROOM - 3874 St-LAURENT | SATURDAY 10pm - 3am | NO COVER | 2 DRINKS for $5 |

Another Monday signals the end of a wild weekend for everyone at AfterDARK. Our All Aboard event featuring ShyFX, Bonjay & Skratch Bastid was one of the most challenging events we have organized, and also one of the most successful.

Without detailing the hard work that went into making this event happen over the last 2 months, I would like to share the hard work that went into making this party happen in the last 48 hours before the event.

Station C seemed to be the perfect location for AfterDARK's latest project, and despite being told by EVERYONE in the Montreal entertainment industry that it was a mistake to work with that venue, we forged ahead, sometimes blindly, in the hopes that we would be the exception, and that All Aboard would be a success.

Thursday at 11am I receive a call saying that we will not be allowed to run past 3am on Friday night. This is a MASSIVE problem, as we have been selling an event that runs until 5am, and were relying on Station C to deliver that. Without the ability to run after-hours, Station C is just a bar, and is not the ideal venue that we believed it was. So with no après 3am location, we go into negotiations with Circus After-hours who help us develop a back-up plan that would give us the first floor of the club and allow the event to continue at the new venue until 10am.

Thursday 5pm I receive a second call amounting to the cancellation of All Aboard at Station C. With 30 hours before our doors are to open, a massive media and promotional blitz, over 10K invested in the event, we find ourselves homeless. We all went to bed on Thursday night without a venue for one of the largest urban dance events Montreal has had in a while.

At 2pm on Friday afternoon, 8 hours before our doors were to open, we ink a deal with The Darling Foundry and our already over worked machine goes into overdrive. The venue was bare when we arrived. No sound, no stage, no bar, no coat check, NO NOTHING. Just a massive, albeit beautiful, room which was full of technical challenges.

Well it was thanks to the hard work of the team, both it’s new old and new members that made this happen in the way that it did. Many of the people working on this project were new to the AfterDARK team and my hat goes off to them. Morgan Pampe, Pascalé, Caroline & Dave at The Foundry, Ricardo & JC at Circus were all instrumental in making the event happen and were a breath of fresh air after dealing with so much bull shit and dishonesty from the management at Station C. Having a team of such smart, hardworking and experienced people made all the difference in the world, and had it not been for Corey K on my right and Zach Klien on my left, this project would have fallen to shit.

That is not AfterDARK's style, and I believe that despite the imperfections and lack of finesse that we all like to deliver, this was one of the better events we have produced, and we ALL look forward to working together again to make bigger and better urban dance events. This project may not have been the financial success that it would and should have been, it was a success in so many ways and I know that as we begin to work on the next project, AfterDARK is in a stronger, more experienced and better position to deliver high quality dance events to the Montreal market.

Thank you to everyone who came out, put up with less then they usually get at an AfterDARK event, but still gave it there all. It was great to see EVERYONE flying so high. The energy in that room on Friday night was really awesome and something that we are all excited about replicating.

Stay tuned as we work towards our next mega event in late April.

ciao for now

-andrew-

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We have ZERO documentation of All Aboard! Because we were so understaffed and busy on the night, there was no time to take any pictures or videos, let alone have a drink. If people have ANY good shots from the event please let me know at grahamhussler @ [ gmail.com ]
Our ability to show documentation to our sponsors will allow this company to grow and continue to produce high quality events - so help us out - please!

how many people on this thread went to the party?

Mat is in town and ready to smash the AfterDARK stage tonight. We look forward to seeing everyone out representing.

relax guys....I'm sure your event is going to be a smasher and that you will get your numbers. AfterDARK is a university promotion company that does events which cater towards the two english language schools in Montreal. I think that there is little overlap betweeen our clientele and both parties will be successful.
AND there was really no flexibility interms of the date. It was now or not at all.
SO, good luck, have fun and keep on doing what you do, cos it's dope!

Bio.............
UK bred Mat the Alien started playing records on his brother’s 1200’s at the age of 15.
His unique and innovative style was developed working at the family’s record store in Bury near Manchester. Surrounded by a selection of new and old vinyl, Mat’s style was fed by an eclectic blend of beats.
Notorious for his seamless cuts, effortless scratching ,and distinctive selection, Mat developed his skills by playing many clubs, one-off events and radio shows.

A move to Whistler, B.C., Canada found him inspired by his surroundings but lacking a nearby record store, so Mat concentrated on his DJ skills, making mix tapes and beats.

Mat pioneered a legendary 4-turntable night with Vancouver hip-hop pioneer Kilocee and the Incredible Ease named Spare Grooves for 4 years . He was also the host of Context, showcasing live, underground hip-hop from all over Canada and the US.

Mat has judged the DMC Championships for the past 5 years and played with the likes of- AfricaBambaata, del, The Herbaliser, Roots Manuva, Josh Martinez, Buck 65, Atmosphere, DJ Craze, Q Bert, A-Trak, Klever, Spitakular, Shortkut, Kid Koala, The Rascalz, Swollen Members, Moka Only, sweatshop union, Mr. Brady, DJ Dopey, Perfect Combination, Bad Company, Rahzel, Aceyalone, The Beatnuts, Killa Kela, Jeru the Damaja + many more.
As a producer, he has created solid beats, which have also been featured on soundtracks for Snowboard, SK8, Snowmobile, Mountain Bike and Horror Movies & tv shows.

Mat’s debut album, “downtime” features 16 self produced tracks on Really Good Records. AweDaCity, “Project MK Ultra”,will follow which features the lyrical masterminds Ty-C and Subliminal JC, ty-c and mat are producing the album which will be out 2005.

"A mix cd with A-Track, Abstract Rude, The herbaliser, Decoder, Dylan & Lox, and HighContrast – the first thing that comes to mind is, “How on earth is he going to pull this off?” But one awe-inspiring listen is all it takes to convince even the skeptics that Mat the Alien is on to some next level shit. Knowledge Magazine – April 2002 "
For more info. and video footage, go to [ www.matthealien.com ]

AfterDARK Events and C1RCA present

-------------------Mat The Alien-------------------



After a short break for the Holidays AfterDARK return with their first event of 2005. Come join is on January 22nd as we bring in the New Year in with a bang, with an event like no other. This massive loft party will feature the music of World Class British/Canadian DJ "Mat The Alien", as he brings his trademark hip-hop/funk/jungle sound to Montreal. Having toured the world, rocking parties from London to Laos, Mat is back for the first time since his legendary appearance with DJ Craze years back to light up AfterDARK for one special night of drinking, dancing and debauchery. With a new 500+ capacity venue a huge sound system and the wikkid party you have come to expect from AfterDARK, January 22nd is going to be our best event yet.

10pm - 6am | Saturday, January 22nd | "The Pound" 377 Richmond
(Guy and Notre Dame) | $5 Before 12am/ $10 After



[ www.matthealien.com ]

"Mat The Alien" will be touching down with a special 3 hour set prepared especially for Montreal. This is one of the few events which allows "Mat The Alien" to showcase his ability to seamlessly mix and blend different styles of music into a 3 hour set of the likes you have never heard before. This party is going to be off the hook with free C1RCA giveaways all night, and the wikkid AfterDARK vibe that you have come to love.

With $1 from every ticket going to the Red Cross, to support the victims of the Tsunami disaster this is an event you can feel good about showing your support for.

YEEEAAAAHHHHH! Big the fuck up Man ... you got it right on.
You are invited to come party with AfterDARK on Friday Nov. 26th for FREE at 1619 rue William at a multi-loft party with bands and djs.

BEST FUKKIN PARTY OF THE YEAR!

Thanks a lot IDJ for one of the nicest events in a long time. You guys work hard day-in, day-out to bring Montreal a party that is always a guaranteed good time.

Saturday's party definitely took the cake as the best vibed, highest energy IDJ in a while. Everyone involved did a great job at hyping up the party and keeping the people moving. And when I left at 8am, the place was still packed...people still brucking out.

The complaints about this party are from 2 or 3 people, namely one of the djs and his girl. ALL the ravers who were there on Saturday night with their party hats on had a good time and will be back at future IDJ events for sure for sure. And that is whom we need inside the party, people who want to get down and have fun.

The people who are up in arms about the night need to remember that this was only a party ... a wikkid party, but just a party, and not worth getting to upset about. The vast majority of people in attendance had a blast, enjoyed the music and the mcing and will no doubt return.... That makes this party a huge success and proof of a job well done by all involved.

I said it before, and I'll say it again....IDJ is Montreal's best jungle/drum and bass event. Bar none.

Big up to the IDJ crew, Seb, Nitrous, Benji, the PI 67 (FUKKIN TEARING SET ON SATURDAY ... OH MY GAWD), the Host One and Montréal’s great Latin hype the MC Loco.... also to my man Regimental (the party specialist) and all of the out of town performers who brought the vibes, the energy and the smiles on Saturday night.

I hope the next IDJ is as much fun as this one!

5 days...this one is gonna rock.

After a short summer holiday, AfterDARK returns on Friday, September 24th for its ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY - massive FOUR LOFT event. Join top local bands playing funk, jazz and reggae and DJs playing hip-hop, jungle, dancehall and 2-step garage as we bring in the fall with style. 1619 rue William will be transformed into a massive entertainment complex for the night when we welcome 500 people to Montreal’s best party. This all-night event is an art, music and multimedia festival ... come be part of an experience like no other.

LOFT 1 - ALL NIGHT 'JUICE' BAR
Featuring the music of DSYFR and Orchid Nightclub's residents VENOM & dj D-CEIVA playing hip-hop, reggae and funk and
The 4D'Z SOCIETYZ BAND playing live hip-hop and rare-groove.
Cheap drinks of all kinds served until the bottle runs dry.

LOFT 2 - THE BAND STAND
Two of Montreal's finest bands CONCORDE CRASH and TOMMY MESS will create a musical atmosphere like no other.

LOFT 3 - THE DANCEHALL
Join Montreal dancefloor vetrans $A$E 1 and COREY K along with AfterDARK repersentitives the HUSSLER and VERSATILE dj as they light up the dance until the morning light. Playing everything from jungle / dnb to breaks and garage, you won't stop moving until the last beat drops.

LOFT 4 - THE SALOON & POOL HALL
Chill out in the saloon to dub reggae or play a free game of pool on our professional table.
Party favours available all night.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th : 1619 rue WILLIAM
(1 block south of NOTRE DAME | 1 block west of GUY)
Accessable 24h via the 57 bus from METRO GUY/CONCORDIA or 10 minute walk from LUCIEN L'ALLIER & GUY/CONCORDIA METRO.

Artistic, musical and creative submissions are always welcome. If you have a talent to share with the city , or a question reach AfterDARK at - afterdark_events@hotmail.com

After a short summer holiday, AfterDARK returns on Friday, September 24th for its ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY - massive FOUR LOFT event. Join top local bands playing funk, jazz and reggae and DJs playing hip-hop, jungle, dancehall and 2-step garage as we bring in the fall with style. 1619 rue William will be transformed into a massive entertainment complex for the night when we welcome 500 people to Montreal’s best party. This all-night event is an art, music and multimedia festival ... come be part of an experience like no other.

LOFT 1 - ALL NIGHT 'JUICE' BAR
Featuring the music of DCYFR and Orchid Nightclub's residents VENOM & dj D-CEIVA playing hip-hop, reggae and funk and
The 4D'Z SOCIETYZ BAND playing live hip-hop and rare-groove.
Cheap drinks of all kinds served until the bottle runs dry.

LOFT 2 - THE BAND STAND
Two of Montreal's finest bands CONCORDE CRASH and TOMMY MESS will create a musical atmosphere like no other.

LOFT 3 - THE DANCEHALL
Join Montreal dancefloor vetrans $A$E 1 and COREY K along with AfterDARK repersentitives the HUSSLER and VERSATILE dj as they light up the dance until the morning light. Playing everything from jungle / dnb to breaks and garage, you won't stop moving until the last beat drops.

LOFT 4 - THE SALOON & POOL HALL
Chill out in the saloon to dub reggae or play a free game of pool on our professional table.
Party favours available all night.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th : 1619 rue WILLIAM
(1 block south of NOTRE DAME | 1 block west of GUY)
Accessable 24h via the 57 bus from METRO GUY/CONCORDIA or 10 minute walk from LUCIEN L'ALLIER & GUY/CONCORDIA METRO.

Artistic, musical and creative submissions are always welcome. If you have a talent to share with the city , or a question reach AfterDARK at - afterdark_events@hotmail.com



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iDJ all the way for real yo! wikkid promoters for sure.

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wikkid, this will be fuuuun.

***UPDATE***
$15 TICKETS will be in the shops starting on Saturday June 19th. Look for them at:
MONTREAL:
DNA RECORDS - 28 des PINS E. ::: (514) 288-9362
TRIPLE AAA - 6895A rue VICTORIA ::: (514) 344-5353
FLY BOUTIQUE - 1970 St. CATHERINE W. ::: (514) 846-6888
MUSIC HALL - 4511 St. DENIS ::: (514) 842-7146
OTTAWA:
NORML - 41 WILLIAM St. ::: (613) 562-2043

AfterDARK Events & URBAN SOUND RESISTANCE
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MONTREAL...............................................................................

CONGO NATTY RECORDINGS

_________THE OFFICIAL 2004 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR__________

TENOR FLY - TOP CAT - REBEL MC - CONGO DUBS
___________________________________________________________

On FRIDAY JULY 2nd 2004, AfterDARK Events & USR
bring REGGAE and JUNGLE together for one of the biggest
events of the year. The CONGO NATTY RECORDINGS
CREW touches down inside Montreal for one EXCLUSIVE
night of International musical flavors. From LONDON, U.K.
comes one of dance music's seminal artists, REBEL M.C.
the man behind the CONGO NATTY RECORDINGS label and
countless other projects.

With him is TENOR FLY, LONDON ENGLAND'S dance-hall
don. TENOR FLY has done extensive work with The FREESTYLERS
and helped launch them to greatness with his 1999 smash-hit,
B-BOY STANCE and then again in 2003 with PHENOMINON ONE.

Also on the bill, all the way from JAMAICA, is one of the most
talented, versatile and energetic artists in urban music - TOP CAT.
Mr. TOP CAT has been the voice on some of jungle's BIGGEST
SONGS, and has made a significant impact in virtually every style
of urban and dance music, from REGGAE to HOUSE, TOP CAT
has done it all.

JAMACIA'S, DJ CONGO DUBS, will be providing dub-plate
support for the show, rinsing the best of CONGO NATTY'S
old and new jungle and reggae catalogue.

10pm - 6am | The RAINBOW-ITES CONCERT HALL
5345 boul. de Maisonneuve West | METRO VENDOME


$15 EARLY BIRD TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE SOON AT ALL USUAL MONTREAL
OUTLETS. STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION INCLUDING YOUR CHANCE
TO WIN GREAT PRIZES FROM AfterDARK and PNB Nation.