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Homegrown hip-hop act Diversion Tactics Return to Launch their New Album

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:56:00 +0000

HIP-HOP fans, MCs and DJs will descend on Guildford’s Boileroom on Boxing Day for an alternative festive celebration of the town’s rich underground music scene.

The latest event from much-loved music night Phylum welcomes homegrown group Diversion Tactics, who are launching their second album 10 years after their debut record.

Jazz T, a member of the group who all met as friends 20 years ago, said they were looking forward to returning to Guildford and showcasing tracks from the new offering, Careful On The Way Up.

“The best gigs are always the local ones,” he said. “We have got the support of people that have been there since day one, and it means a lot to us.”

With his bandmates Squeaky, Chubby and Zygote, Jazz T has led Diversion Tactics to gigs all over the world.

“Our stuff is pretty straight up hip-hop,” he said.

“We stay true to the original sound of hip-hop, it sounds a lot like the older stuff but we are obviously using modern technology to take it forward.

“Our music is timeless, we don’t really follow current trends.

“We don’t really make local music, you can hear Great Britain in the music but it could be from anywhere.” READ MORE FROM ORIGINAL GET SURREY ARTICLE

Phylum's Freestyle battle returns for a one off special; guest judges & prizes provided by http://www.routeone.co.uk/ / Diversion Tactics including copies of the new album, clothing and other bits & bobs… MCees who wish to enter send your name and contacts details to chubbyalcholic@gmail.com

Cause & Effect's Beat Poll win is Rather Splendid

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:38:00 +0000

GUILDFORD drum and bass trio Cause & Effect scored a massive 90% of the vote with Here For You in the second Kane FM/Get Surrey Beat Poll contest. READ MORE

Kane's Rewind 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:56:00 +0000

We all sum up the passing of a year in several ways; sometimes we come together with friends and family for just one hour in a day of the year to rejoice in all the good positive aspects.

Kane FM has plenty to celebrate this year, our ‘Presents’ events that so many of you attended and supported so vigorously; the Suburban Sprawl festival spearheaded by Dominique and all at the Boileroom / ACM was without a doubt an incredible happening for Guildford’s youth musical community.

Everything we do has community at its heart; Park Barn & Burpham and all over the country, so a big thank you to all those that have joined the pilgrimage to Kane FM’s spiritual home / partnership venue The Boileroom, Guildford; we thank you graciously.

All artists showcased within the last year or so have been diverse and varied in genre; performances included Million Dan formerly from the Demon Boyz & Life Recording’s Sigma to mention a few. It has been a pleasure to work with all musicians, DJ’s and artists and we hope to continue collaborating into the New Year by strengthening our musical roots in and around the borough.

We also formed a new working partnership that enabled content from our events to be shared online; Mixcloud.com/kanefm is a UK based system which aims to assist DJ’s promote material via an integrated community and provides a cool widget that displays content on personal websites and or other social media sites. This has proved popular in additional to our new Myspace.com/kanefm broadening our reach to a new audience.

As you are aware, the licensing process has been a LONG journey and Ofcom have on numerous occasions committed to a date, then reneged for reasons out of their control. Many people ask that one question that runs deep in the core of our soul; a question that will hound us forever.

“When will the station be back on air!!,” Rest assured we hope to have an answer from Ofcom early next year; the Chairman, Directors and production team are all working relentlessly towards the future of our community radio station Kane FM that was recently described by one of our Beatpoll competition winners Luke Simmons as bringing “Hope” to the scene!

The production teams have recently been working with Fabric for a series of DJ Mixes; again this is HUGE for both you and for Kane FM and will be made available via our mixcloud / myspace in the New Year.

The rest… well that would be telling.. You will just have to wait and see. We have learnt this year that Kane FM is no longer just trying to be a radio station, but stands for something more. It stands for communities empowering themselves though music and provides local artists more opportunities though events or online participation. We are so proud of all those who continue to join our team and add their hearts and souls to such a wonderful vehicle for the community.

Finally, a special mention goes to Jake and Stuart at Getsurrey.co.uk/kanefm for providing us with the opportunity to share Kane FM’s content to a wider audience and all who wish to consume it.

From all at Kane FM, we wish you a merry festive season and we hope to see you all on Boxing Day at Diversion Tactics 2nd Album Launch party; we look forward to blessing your ears in the community further next year.

Fulfilling

Bless.

Kane FM Fam.

New online DJ mix's now available on KANE FM's Mixcloud page..

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:39:00 +0000

Dubstep Mix from Rob Sparx; Rob has been writing and DJing dance music since the late 90s. Robs first release in Jan 2004 "Rob the Builder - Can you fix it", was the start of a wave of drum n bass releases on Twisted Individual's label's Grid, Zombie and Up Yours. Never one to be pigeonholed Rob soon experimented with other genres producing breaks, house/electro, trance and dubstep. In 2007 Rob decided to concentrate mainly writing dubstep as he knew a few of the scene's key players from growing up near Croydon and loved the creative freedom of dubstep that other genres lack.

Kfmp: Rob Sparx by Kanefm on Mixcloud

Also 2009 has seen the return of Cause 4 Concern to wreak havoc with their first full length album. Spread over five separate 12”s to be followed by a double CD, Pandemic picks up right where the lads left off – the leading edge of electronic music. All of the elements that made them one of the most exciting and entertaining production posses in drum ‘n’ bass remain intact, and are both refined and reinforced. Check out the latest mix......

Kfmp: Cause4Concern by Kanefm on Mixcloud

Kane FM bosses remain positive despite delays

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:31:00 +0000

BOSSES at Guildford’s budding community radio station, Kane FM, have promised they will continue pushing for a broadcasting licence despite having already waited more than a year since their original application. READ MORE

Magic Mash take first Kane FM Beat Poll honour

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:40:00 +0000

DUBSTEP duo Magic Mash have become the first ever winners of the Kane FM/Get Surrey Beat Poll contest with their track Bucky.

Guildford’s very own Jack and George – music technology students from the University of Surrey – polled 70% of the vote against rivals Naree and Da Vinci Sound System feat. Brother Culture. READ MORE

Kane FM Presents - Kaizen Records - True Tiger

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:23:00 +0000

Nearly one-year on from our first fundraiser, Kane FM proudly present footage from the 10th event, an absolute Dubstep smasher. Kane FM joined forces with those good people at Kaizen Records and the hugely successful Dubstep label True Tiger! Fresh from producing the soundtrack to arguably this year's greatest British movie, 'Shifty,' True Tiger DJs wobbled and shook the Boileroom to its foundations! If you're into bass, check it out...

Original story source and video found at http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/kanefm

Frustration as Kane FM's licence decision delayed

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:46:00 +0000

FANS of Guildford’s budding community radio station face another frustrating wait after the decision on whether to grant a licence was postponed for a third time READ MORE

New Micro Site with Get Surrey

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:59:00 +0000

Check out the latest video, blogs, competitions plus news of forthcoming events right now at the new GET SURREY micro site www.getsurrey.co.uk/kanefm, there is also an exclusive interview with managing director Ian Handy on Kane FM’s current position, so feel free to check it out..

Check out our new competition: BEAT POLL

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:49:00 +0000

Kane FM in association with Get Surrey present Beat Poll, a new monthly competition aimed at giving producers, songwriters, engineers, in fact anyone who is involved in creating music, a chance to show the world what you have to offer.

Beat Poll is open to absolutely anyone, regardless of your genre or how far up the music industry ladder you happen to be. So whether you've just made your first tune or you've just signed an album deal, whether you write street poetry or produce breakbeat, we want to hear what you've got, so GET INVOLVED!

The competition will be run on a monthly basis and will feature three tracks that can be listened to by anyone who visits this website. Listeners will be able to vote for their favorite track and the person with the most votes at the end of the month is the winner.

They will join our "Beat Poll's Best" hall of fame as well as benefiting from publicity online and in print.

A video interview with the winner will appear on Get Surrey and an article will also appear in the What's On supplement available with the Surrey Advertiser, Woking News & Mail and Aldershot News & Mail.

Beat Poll is already under way with the first three tracks on the site for you to listen to right now at www.getsurrey.co.uk/kanefm So check them out and vote for the one you think is best, then come back to see if your choice came out on top.

Finally, don't forget that if you have a track that you'd like us to enter into Beat Poll, regardless of who you are or where you feel you're at in the game, we want to hear it. Who knows, you could be next on the Beat Poll's Best list!

To enter Beat Poll please submit your track as a 192Kbps MP3 file to: beatpoll@kanefm.com

Remember to include the track title and the artist's name in the e-mail and/or the ID3 tags of your MP3. You must be the owner of the copyright for the track or have the copyright owner's permission before making your submission!

Cheers and good luck,
Jonnie

Ian Handy - Where is Kane FM at now?

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:32:00 +0000

Original story source and video found at http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/kanefm

GET SURREY Article - Kane FM boss eager to get back on air

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 08:06:00 +0000

THE managing director of Kane FM is confident that Guildford’s budding community radio station will be granted its long-awaited licence in the autumn and believes the result will be worth the wait.

The station applied for a five-year community radio licence in October 2008 and was due to hear back in March this year, but media regulator Ofcom postponed the decision, leaving Kane’s hundreds of fans and artists in limbo.

Ian Handy, who founded Kane FM and has been central to its growing fanbase, said the enthusiasm and passion for the station was growing and he was eager to start broadcasting as soon as possible.

“It has been frustrating but it has taught me to be patient,” he said.

“It has been testing for everyone involved but sometimes in life things are worth the wait and they pay off when they happen.

“The one question I get asked everywhere I go by people who know about Kane FM is ‘When is it going to happen?’

“That’s all I ever hear, people want it back on air.”

The past year has seen a surge in popularity for the station, which Handy described as “a community station representing community music”, with the emphasis on dance, urban and dubstep sounds from DJs and MCs.

Live fundraising events at venues in Guildford along with a growing online presence are all adding to the anticipation of the station going live, and Mr Handy said Guildford had a wealth of untapped musical and artistic potential.

“Kane FM is designed to benefit the young people of Guildford by promoting social cohesion and community development,” he said.

“The online side of things is very important and we intend to grow that process, it can help people understand us and how we benefit the community.”

Along with pages on Facebook and Twitter, Kane FM has recently launched a MySpace page where visitors can watch videos and listen to performances from recent gigs, while the station is having its very own corner of Get Surrey dedicated to all things Kane.

“The websites are great because they allow people to see all the new news and articles in one place,” Handy said.

“We’ve also got our own audio players through mixcloud.com, which is quite a new system but is taking off and it’s going to be the YouTube of audio in the next few years.”

The next big event for the Kane FM team is an evening of dubstep in September dedicated to True Tiger, one of the UK’s biggest street music labels, headlined by 19-year-old London producer Sukh Knight.

The event marks a year since the very first Kane FM fundraiser, and forthcoming nights look set to be even bigger and better, with Javier Espanyol and Roots Manuva lined up for the winter months.

“Next year is going to be an incredible year for Guildford, there’s a lot of great stuff coming out of the town,” Handy said.

“We’ve got some huge artists coming to Guildford, no-one’s ever done this kind of thing here before.

“We owe a massive thank you to everyone involved, most of all to the people that turn up, the fans that just love the music.”

For more information, visit the various Kane FM web pages and stay tuned to Get Surrey.

Original Story can be found at Get Surrey - Written By Sam Blackledge - August 06, 2009

News of Application Success Delayed Until October 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 19:31:00 +0000

Subsequent to our previous statement regarding the anticipated date of March 2009; unfortunately due to the quantity of applications received Ofcom have informed us that we are likely to hear about our applications success around October 2009. watch this space.

Kane FM Presents - Task Force - The Video

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:08:00 +0000

Following on from the recent sell out JAM; Original story source and video found at Get Surrey Web Site. Task Force @ Boileroom Guildford, Big thanks to Ollie (Sound) , Jake (Film), Fame (Promoter), Dom & Ross... DJ’s Jazz T, Don Blaze, Shanks, NS and Big Red. Squeaky Da Rixta, Ash MC ....

Kane FM presents TASKFORCE @ The Boileroom – 3rd April 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:10:00 +0000

Following on from out FOURTH sell out JAM, it is with great pleasure and immense pride that Kane FM proudly present to you, your chance to see one of the greatest rap groups to ever exist within the UK.

This show is a once in a life time opportunity for those that live in Surrey; so get your swagger on…

Task Force is an underground British hip hop group from Highbury in London, England. The group is led primarily by two brothers Chester P (vocals, song writing and occasional music production) and Farma G (vocals, song writing and music production). However, the Task Force family, according to Chester P, also includes DJ Louis Slipperz (music production), Ramson BadBones (vocals and songwriting), Remus, D.Molish, Inja MC (Delegates of Culture, Cambridge), Calculus, Merkamillion, Blinks, and Marley.[citation needed] Task Force officially formed in 1999, releasing their debut album New Mic Order.

Task Force's debut album, New Mic Order, was produced by Mark B and features guest appearances from fellow Mud Family member Skinnyman and Mr. Thing of the Scratch Perverts. Task Force's releases have consisted for the most part of vinyl-only EPs and singles. In 2000, Task Force released Voice of the Great Outdoors, which featured Braintax and Jehst, on Braintax's Low Life Records. Task Force started their own label, Music from the Corner, in 2001, and released of Music from the Corner Volume 1. A darker, more intense series of predominantly self-produced albums followed.[citation needed] Task Force are currently working on Music from the Corner Volume 5

Also spinning are residents DJ’s Jazz T, Don Blaze, Shanks, NS and Big Red. The evening will be hosted by Squeaky Da Rixta, Ash MC and Mr Fame

£5 Before 9pm
£7 After 9pm
Boileroom 13 Stoke Fields, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4LS

SUBURBAN SPRAWL 2009 - Jimmy Screech - Kane FM Presents

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:39:00 +0000

Original story source and video found at www.getsurrey.co.uk/entertainment/music/s/2047029_guildford_music_festival__suburban_sprawl_2009

Get Surrey / Surrey Advertiser

SUBURBAN SPRAWL 2009 - 200 BANDS :: 20 VENUES :: 22 DAYS

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 17:08:00 +0000

SUBURBAN SPRAWL 2009 / 6-27th March 2009
200 BANDS :: 20 VENUES :: 22 DAYS

GUILDFORD, SURREY, UK

Suburban Sprawl is a multi-venue music festival, taking place between March 6th and March 29th as part of the bi-annual Guildford International Music Festival.

The idea for Suburban Sprawl came from the nagging need to put Guildford on the cultural map. An undiscovered musical hub, this three-week festival brings diverse acts from all around the world together with some of Guildford's brightest talents. Alongside our community's hotbed of musical talent, Suburban Sprawl will be hosting various workshops and get-togethers that will hopefully inspire and entertain all ages.

Suburban Sprawl is proud to be part of Guildford International Music Festival, and as it celebrates its tenth year, here's to hoping newbie Suburban Sprawl can add to its already diverse and impressive line-up.

You don't have to be musical to enjoy music, this festival is for the curious and the seasoned music lover, make an instrument in the Guildhall on the 21st March, or pop in to an open mic night and play that song you wrote when you were 15. Take your son or daughter to see a band for the very first time.

Get Grandma or Grandad out for the day, and treat them to a night out at one of the many venues. There really is something for everyone, and the great thing is that whatever your income, whatever your age music has no boundaries, no prejudice. So get down and get involved, this is your festival... Own it!

VENUES: 20 venues across Guildford: Guildford Castle, The Kings Head, The Keep, The Boileroom, Dusk, Tickled Ivory, Holy Trinity Church, Friary Shopping Centre, Slug and Lettuce, The Electric Theatre, The Stoke, The Tup, Fahrenheit 55, University of Surrey, The Legion, The Keystone, Guildford Institute, Guildhall, Debenhams, Wooden Bridge.

Enjoy!

PRESS CONTACT: Ross Allmark :: 01483 440022 :: ross@theboileroom.net

www.myspace.com/suburbansprawl2009
www.surrey.ac.uk/Music/Festival

Music and graffiti art get Suburban Sprawl rolling

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 17:02:00 +0000

A DAY of live music and graffiti art was held in Guildford at the weekend as part of Suburban Sprawl, a new sibling to Guildford International Music Festival.

On Saturday, shoppers in the town centre were treated to live performances courtesy of musicians from the Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM) and regular artists from the Boileroom music venue, while a large piece of graffiti art was created in front of Debenhams.

Simon Foster, director of Kane FM, said: “The whole purpose of the day was to promote the events for Suburban Sprawl. We were more than happy with how it turned out.

“The graffiti was fantastic, people didn’t just walk past, they stopped and came up to see what we were doing, they were taking leaflets which meant we could give people information about the workshop.”

Artists entertaining the crowds included Rokhsan, Melting Pot’s Jazz John and DJ Easy M.

The upcoming festival, also supported by Andertons Music, will be running workshops at the Boileroom in March aimed at people with an interest in writing poetry and song lyrics.

Original Article: - http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/entertainment/s/2045676_music_and_graffiti_art_get_suburban_sprawl_rolling

Debenhams, Guildford - Saturday, 21st February, 10am-4pm

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:53:00 +0000

As part of Suburban Sprawl, the new sibling to Guildford International Music Festival Community Radio Station Kane FM will be providing live artwork and music performances in the heart of Guildford on 14th & 21st February.

Please come along on both dates and check out what is going on as we continue to bring local artists to the forefront of Guildford, if you are a your person wishing to get involved or learn more we are also offering the opportunity to get involved in two workshops.

Kane FM DJ’s will compare local musicians from the Academy of Contemporary Music and Boileroom. Also experience live “Graffiti Art" as part of the suburban sprawl promotions; Local Graf artist Liam Kerr will be illustrating aerosol art which is considered a crime in most communities. Graffiti has existed since ancient times, with illustrations going back to Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire ranging from simple scratch marks to elaborate wall paintings. In modern times, spray paint and markers have become the most commonly used materials.

‘Melting Pot’s’ 'Jazz John’ will be playing Soul/Funk/Jazz & Broken Beat; during his time John has dj'ed with the Acid Jazz Magic Bus crew featuring Gilles Peterson and Eddie Piller and formed a night called Melting Pot with fellow friend K.J and hosted his own night called Stomped and Wasted at Bojanglez night club, Guildford. Jazz John has also done guest spots at the Jazz café, London and on the international circuit at the "Funky budda lounge, Chicago. USA

John has experience on Kane FM and also hosted shows on Solar Radio, local University radio (GLR) amongst several pirates. John is use to supporting local bands such as Big Boss Man, The James Taylor Quartet, Freak Power, Snowboy and his Latin section and Drizabone.

Also spinning will be local underground legend ‘DJ Easy M’ whom has also dj’ed around the Guildford area for many years has also contributed in promoting independent music to the masses, spinning the latest and sickest dubstep releases, including a wide range of contemporary electronic music. Dust off your tracksuits and swan-dive your way down to Debenhams this Saturday.

Get ready to hear some rare records on the streets of Guildford, providing the local community with a different yet quality style of music.

Workshops; there will be two lyric writing and music production workshops taking place on 7th & 14th March at The Boileroom. Hosted by Rapucation an extremely successful workshop company started by former Guildford resident Melanie Edwards.

Rapucation has worked with many young musicians mentoring them to create original lyrics and music to a professional standard. Rapucation have helped, inspired and facilitated many events that empower young people to create lyrics and music that they are proud of.

If you are a Rapper, Vocalist or Poet or have ever thought of a melody or would like to have a just have a go, we can help you change your ideas into masterpieces.

You will be working alongside two artists. Mc Kotchin a mc, music producer and studio owner as well as Melanie Jane aka Mc Vanna, who grew up in Guildford and has featured on many records.

If you would like to sign up for the opportunity to work with professional musicians, make your own tracks and have a fun day tickets are available from www.wegottickets.com

Workshop @ Boileroom: 10:00am-4pm Entry: £5 Admittance: All Ages

Original story source and video found at Here
Get Surrey / Surrey Advertiser

Guildford International Music Festival & Kane FM

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:54:00 +0000

Kane FM is contributing to this year’s festival with the fourth fundraising event at Guildford’s Boileroom. Once in a while there’s one genuinely thrilling new talent who bursts onto the music scene with the right roots and a singular vision for music.. Kane FM Presents Jimmy Screech @ The Boileroom - 6 March 2009 at 20:00 hrs

Combining the positive vibrations of reggae and the assertiveness of hip hop, a night of pure raw talent lies before you. Jimmy Screech is signed to Bannana Klann, Roots Manuva’s very own UK label. As the protégé of Roots Manuva all the signs are this guy will be the biggest talent out of the UK in many years. Also another chance to see Bhartham Sara performing live.

Doors: 7:30pm Entry: £6 /£5 Before 9pm/£4 NUS

www.myspace.com/jimscreechofficial

What is The Festival about?
The Guildford International Music Festival started in 1991 as a classical chamber music festival. It was a great success and quickly became a good opportunity to bring different kinds of performers and music into Guildford. The Festival has always worked in the spirit of collaboration rather than competition and they continue to forge and strengthen partnerships with local organisations. Each Festival, adds something different and unique to the programme.

New for this year is the launch of Suburban Sprawl and we are all really delighted to be joining forces with ACM, The Boileroom, Guildford Youth Council, Andertons.

The three weeks of the Festival and Suburban Sprawl are a brilliant opportunity to hear new artists and new kinds of music, and to have some musical fun.

The idea for Suburban Sprawl came from the nagging need to put Guildford on the cultural map. An undiscovered musical hub, this three week festival brings diverse acts from all around the world together with some of Guildford’s brightest talents.

Alongside our community’s hotbed of musical joy, Suburban Sprawl will be hosting various workshops and get-togethers that will hopefully inspire and entertain all ages.

Suburban Sprawl is proud to be part of Guildford International Music Festival, and as it celebrates its tenth year, here’s to hoping newbie Suburban Sprawl can add to its already diverse and impressive line-up...

You don’t have to be musical to enjoy music, this festival is for the curious and the seasoned music lover, make an instrument in the Guildhall on the 21st March, or pop in to an open mic night and play that song you wrote when you were 15. Take your son or daughter to see a band for the very first time. Get Grandma or Grandad out for the day, and treat them to a night out at one of the many venues. There really is something for everyone, and the great thing is that whatever your income, whatever your age music has no boundaries, no prejudice So get down and get involved, this is your festival... own it!

Visit www.guildfordinternationalmusicfestival.co.uk or pick up a Festival brochure to see what else is happening in Guildford.

Workshops
As part of the GIMF Community Radio Station Kane FM will be providing live artwork and music performances in the heart of Guildford on 14th & 21st February. The music will have an international yet home grown fl avour with such music as Reggae, Soul, Funk, Hip-Hop, Dubstep and Breakbeat performed by a mix of international and local artists.

Please come along on both dates and check out what is going on as we continue to bring local artists to the forefront of Guildford, if you are a your person wishing to get involved or learn more we are also offering the opportunity to get involved in two workshops.

There will be two lyric writing and music production workshops taking place on 7th & 14th March at The Boileroom. Hosted by Rapucation an extremely successful workshop company started by former Guildford resident Melanie Edwards.

Rapucation has worked with many young musicians mentoring them to create original lyrics and music to a professional standard. Rapucation have helped, inspired and facilitated many events that empower young people to create lyrics and music that they are proud of.

If you are a Rapper, Vocalist or Poet or have ever thought of a melody or would like to have a just have a go, we can help you change your ideas into masterpieces.

You will be working alongside two artists. Mc Kotchin a mc, music producer and studio owner as well as Melanie Jane aka Mc Vanna, who grew up in Guildford and has featured on many records.

If you would like to sign up for the opportunity to work with professional musicians, make your own tracks and have a fun day tickets are available from www.wegottickets.com

Workshop: 10:00am-4pm Entry: £5 Admittance: All Ages

“It is a great honour to be part of Suburban Sprawl and to showcase the music we hope to broadcast in the future. It will also ensure that younger people within the borough are given opportunities to play a part in the planned workshops; listen to new music and engage in many different ways. See you on the 6th March for the Suburban Sprawl launch party!”

Simon Foster, Kane FM Limited

Kane FM fundraiser resurrects classic night

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:50:00 +0000

By Sam Blackledge
Surrey Advertiser 11/12/2008

GUILDFORD’S independent radio station Kane FM has continued its efforts towards establishing a permanent presence on the town’s airwaves by bringing back a popular musical night.

The second of the ‘Kane FM Presents’ fundraising gigs, entitled Phylum, saw headliners The Speakers Corner Quartet performing their unique brand of jazz-fuelled hip-hop in front of a capacity crowd at the Boileroom on Saturday.

Phylum was initially set up in 2000 by Ian Handy, now the radio station’s operational director, and ran for four years in various venues across Guildford, attracting artists such as Skinnyman, Rodney P and Blade.

“It was a pleasure to bring back such a legendary event to assist in the launch of Kane FM,” said Mr Handy.

“Kane FM Presents is primarily about supporting independent bands that represent the people, and highlights to the borough a whole new musical experience.”

The event raised £521 for the station as it continues to push for a five-year community broadcasting licence.

The team submitted their application to Ofcom back in October, and are set to find out next spring whether they have been successful.

Director Simon Foster said the focus on local independent music was part of Kane FM’s ethos, and formed a crucial aspect of the station’s licence application.

“The term independent music has be stated throughout our application and it is one of the main principles of the station, to hold the flag for the little labels and promote the artist and not merely focus on how many units the label wishes to sell.”

He added that the station was also about building relationships within the community, and if the licence was granted he hoped to attract people from more diverse backgrounds.

“The music we play gives a sense of belonging and can act as universal communicator, ascending race, age and sex,” Mr Foster said.

“We hope our service will have the potential to build relationships where previously thought not possible, especially when it comes to unfortunate or secluded members of the community.

“We hope that we can help this significant minority with information on what is relevant to them, their tastes and more importantly, events taking place within their area.”

The hard work is set to continue in the New Year as the station holds its third fundraising event, ‘Kane FM Presents Million Dan’, on January 31 at the Boileroom.

http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/entertainment/music/s/2041152_kane_fm_fundraiser_resurrects_classic_night

Kane FM Presents Million Dan, Saturday, January 31, 2009 @ The Boileroom

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:03:00 +0000

Another presents event sees the mighty MILLION DAN enter the town - first exploding onto the music scene as a kid - as part of the Heavyweight & Groundbreaking crew 'THE DEMON BOYZ'. The group brought a fresh angle and energy to Hip-Hop music worldwide, delivering some huge singles and albums that won them some of the industry’s most respected awards. Eventually, after a couple of years - The ‘boyz ‘decided to go their own separate ways. Million Dan's new found freedom gave him the opportunity to pursue his solo dreams, working his way through the underground circuits of the UK, Europe, Canada and Jamaica, where he developed a MASSIVE following for his distinctive lyrical style. Having gained international recognition and success, the last two years have seen Million Dan tour Europe & North America with some of the biggest names in the industry. He has performed alongside names like Busta Rhymes, Jules Santana, Rock-A-Fella Records family & even Marilyn Manson! On returning to the U.K Million Dan has headlined some of the country’s biggest events alongside Kano, Sway, Skinnyman & Rodney P (Glastonbury Festival, Lovebox Festival / U.K Takeover)As far as singles & video releases go, Million Dan has done it ALL. DOGZ & SLEDGEZ is now regarded as one of the biggest British hiphop songs of recent years. His 'PULL UP' Single (Released August 2006 on Million Dappa Records) went into the Radio 1xtra hiphop chart at NUMBER THREE. After dominating virtually ALL of the charts in 2007 with his Mic Chek / Spektrum Ride single, 2008 saw MILLION DAN immediately hit the major radio station play-lists with his follow up club banger 'SCREAM OUT'. This massive song went on to win the CHOICE FM 'BIG TUNE SOUND CLASH' via live votes - Worldwide.On May 5th 2008, Million Dan's own label: MILLION DAPPA RECORDS / BOOMBOX DISTRIBUTION finally released his long awaited debut solo Album 'SPEKTRUM' to excellent review. This long player features all of Million's BIG joints (DOGZ N SLEDGEZ / MIC CHEK / SPEKTRUM RIDE / GLIMITY GLAMITY / PULL UP / SCREAM OUT), plus an array of new outstanding material from the X DEMON BOYZ member (aka Mike J).

This is a fundraiser for the radio, please show support... things are getting close...

£4 NUS
£5 Before 10pm
£6 After 10pm

www.myspace.com/milliondan

www.milliondan.com

Kane Fm Presents - The Return of Phylum - 19:30 – 02:00 Saturday 6th December 2008, Boileroom, Guildford.

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:12:00 +0000

Your chance to check out a Hip Hop 4 piece band, Live ‘Speakers Corner Quartet’, plus local heroes Diversion Tactics, Cluso, Don Blaze and Big Red. Hosts on the night Squeaky da Rixter, Ash MC and our very own Mr Fame; the independent sound of real U.K Hip Hop....

Speakers Corner Quartet recently supported Herbie Hancock at the Royal Festival Hall (and received a standing ovation)… they have also performed at The World Famous Jazz Café, The Coronet Theatre, The Queen Elizabeth Hall & The Bernie Grants Arts Centre among others. Solo material in review has been compared to the work of Stravinsky, John Coltrane & J Dilla. All comparisons of which they are proud to emulate….

This is another fundraising event so its £4 NUS/ACM, £5 before 10pm & £6 after 10pm.

http://www.diversiontactics.com/

http://www.myspace.com/speakerscornerquartet

http://www.theboileroom.net/

Kane FM Presents ARCHANGEL RECORDS - ILL AUDIO, freshold Interview

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 14:40:00 +0000

Original story source and video found at http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/kanefm

Kane FM hoping for permanent radio presence

noreply@blogger.com (Kane Fm Limited) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:07:00 +0000

By Richard Pain -Surrey Advertiser

INDEPENDENT radio station Kane FM is a step closer to hitting Guildford’s airwaves again after submitting an application for a community broadcasting licence.

The station was a hit with young listeners when it aired cutting edge music including hip-hop, funk and electro during a 28-day trial period in summer 2004.

Since then, the Kane FM team have worked tirelessly to bring the station back and its fate now rests with industry regulator Ofcom.

Director Simon Foster said submitting the application was a milestone for the community station.

“It’s like we’re going for a job, and we’ve submitted the application, had the interview and now we’re just waiting to hear,” he said.

“The next letter that comes back in three months will tell us that we’ve either been successful or we haven’t.”

The application sets out details of how the station intends to fund itself over a five-year period as well as information about its management and policies.

“It also explains output, evidence of demand, and support and details on how we will be of social gain to our listeners,” Mr Foster added.

Despite the agonising wait for confirmation, the Kane FM crew are continuing to lay the foundations for the day when the station is permanently up and running.

The project has been given the financial backing of Guildford Borough Council and was recently awarded almost £10,000 by the National Lottery.

Having played an instrumental role in organising the recent StreetClash youth event, Kane FM have a number of community-based initiatives planned for the future.

These include DJ and MC workshops at the Barn Youth Project in Park Barn.

“The idea is to get the local youth into broadcasting and DJing," Mr Foster said.

“In the future we want to invite some of these budding DJs to host a show on the radio. The whole ethos of Kane FM is built on the community’s involvement.

“The community is core to the station because it produces the actual content.”

A fundraiser for the station, called Kane FM Presents Archangel Records, will take place at Guildford’s Boileroom on Saturday night (November 1).

Five acts will provide entertainment and admission will be via a £7 donation.