My adorable, lovable, cuddly, relentlessly independent, intelligent fur-baby left this physical operating system to upgrade to to cloud computing yesterday.
She was facing a very uncomfortable future that I couldn’t bear to put her through, and I miss her terribly already.
She migrated peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, favorite toys, her adored bed and the blue comforter that she always insisted on pulling off my bed to sleep on when I wasn’t around.
In blurringly reverse order: she got to systematically olfactory-inventory (“categorize by sniffing”) most of Logan Square, and even bookmark interesting bits (by peeing on said interesting bits); innovatively coerce treats from her grandma; enjoy exclusive innovative house / techno after-parties and impromptu electronic music jam sessions; play tug-of-war with and receive beef jerky from many talented electronic musicians who passed through my existence; trot around Wicker Park and sniff up said park; run away in Pilsen and get rescued; run away in the suburbs and get rescued; run away in a suburban forest preserve and get wrestled to the ground and rescued; learned how to walk on leash like a lady; learned to pee in the snow; and realized that even if she destroys two couches she will still be loved.
From a puppy in a shelter cage with an uncertain chance of adoption, she ended up with 10 years of unexpected amazing dog fun-ness.
She touched the hearts of many humans, from casual acquaintances, dear friends, random people on the street, and certainly the amazing doctors and nurses who treated her over the years, and who lovingly referred to her on visits as “sweetheart” or “gorgeous.”
She’s in a much better place now than the sudden, extremely uncomfortable one she found herself very recently.
So, cheers to Ms. Madeline McLean Knight. I love you, and thank you for all you’ve taught me and the unconditional love you’ve given and returned.
Here are some photos:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=355911&id=591648241
Last Thursday was beset by technical difficulties, so I’m re-doing the virtual release party tonight. Watch the post on the subVariant page in case I need to switch back to Stickam again: Robohustlin Virtual Release Party
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by Liz on September 30, 2010
Meiotic, In Your System, and Peoplemuver present the second in the EXPOSITION music and art series featuring a live performance from the highly acclaimed experimental electronic minimalist composer/producer THOMAS BRINKMANN.
Famed for productions on his own
Max Ernst and
Suppose labels, Brinkmann gained a name in the experimental and techno community for his full-length remixes (or as he terms them, “variations”) of material by Richie Hawtin and Mike Ink. With recent releases on Curle, a new SOULCENTER album on Shitkatapult, and an upcoming contribution to a new Richie Hawtin project, Thomas continues pushing to new creative depths in sound. With a wealth of new material to draw from, this Chicago exclusive is even more highly anticipated.
Additional performances on the evening include a tag team dj set from ex-pat BRANDON INVERGO and IYS honcho FRANKIE VEGA, along with sets from scene vet KARL MEIER and a long awaited set from Koncept crew dj SABEO.
EXPOSITION #2 will also be offering a HOSTED GALLERY RECEPTION featuring
complimentary wine offerings selected especially for the event by the fine folks at
Red and White Chicago.
Only a handful of $12 presale tickets are being made available for this event, so we please do urge you to pick up your tickets in advance, exclusively through
RESIDENT ADVISOR ticketing.
DETAILS: 
• START TIME: 10pm
• LOCATION: The event will be held at a northside gallery location. Exact details will be emailed to ticket holders and RSVP’rs on DOS.
• HOSTED RECEPTION: Complimentary wine offerings from 11:30pm to 12:30am selected by the fine folks at Red and White Chicago
• TICKETS: $12 in advance / Available exclusively at http://www.residentadvisor.net/event.aspx?193079
• RSVP: http://www.meiotica.com/ or on the Facebook Event Page
*Please note: Purchasing an advance ticket is the only way to guarantee entry for this private Gallery event, however you must at least RSVP to the event to be allowed entry if the event is not sold out.*
I’ve put together an IDM compilation on my label, subVariant and I’ll be doing a virtual release party on Thursday.
…Robohustlin, is a curated collection of melodic IDM, ambient and glitch tracks from Chicago and beyond… All thirteen tracks were chosen from an open call for songs in July-August of 2010, and represent the highest quality and most discernable sonic dedication that fit with the general theme that organically emerged over the course of weeding through all the submissions.
Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 9pm CST
Robohustlin with be premiered in a live DJ set by Liz Revision on Ustream on at ustream.tv/channel/live-at-subvhq (embedded below).
Friday, September 24, 2010 at 10am CST
The compilation can be downloaded from www.subvariant.com
Read more here: Robohustlin virtual release party.
So, following up on the previous idea I had, recruiting Phylum Sinter, Praveen, and I (er, as Quantazelle) to do a rotating remix using the online Monome / Tenori-On / APC-40 / Launchpad (ie matrix / grid-based sequencing, etc) flash clone, Nudge, I invited m50 to play with me. Nudge is a very simple sequencer with preset synths (harp, organ, fx, drum kit), and–as m50 discovered–the ability to create multiple patterns, meaning you’re not restricted to one 16 bar loop–one could actually make a song out of this lil flash app.
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Sort of like it’s analog cousin, Open Channel is an non-curated musician’s showcase in a supportive, relaxed environment, except it showcases electronic music, either through DJing or Live PAs. You will get 20 minutes to show off what you do musically, and then listen to other people doing the same thing.
There are 12 slots open. The first 12 people who RSVP and pay will be guaranteed a slot. Playing order will be determined on t…he date of the performance.
You are also absolutely welcome to bring friends, or just come as a spectator!
There is a suggested donation of $5.
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Check out this electronic version of “Open Mic” in Chicago that I’m putting together:
Sort of like its analog cousin, Open Channel is an non-curated musician’s showcase in a supportive, relaxed environment, except it showcases electronic music, either through DJing or Live PAs. You will get 20 minutes to show off what you do musically, and then listen to other people doing the same thing.
There are 12 slots open. The first 12 people who RSVP and pay will be guaranteed a slot. Playing order will be determined on the date of the performance.
You are also absolutely welcome to bring friends, or just come as a spectator! There is a suggested donation of $5.
OPEN CHANNEL: Chicago’s Open Mic For Electronic Musicians
More info, including technical details at Meetup, Going.
Circuit Bent Saturdays, The eSymposium
EVERY Saturday, 12:00 noon – 3:00 PM
Lizard’s Liquid Lounge, 3058 W Irving Park Rd, (773) 463-7599
To nurture the Midwest experimental electronics community, we host a free weekly “eSymposium,” a lateral lecture series where participants are both teachers and students. There’s soldering, tinkering, Q&A, show-&-tell, bending circuits, hacking toys, and Chicago’s only weekly Circuit Bent Open Mic. Stop by, join the eSymposium’s Google Group, or check out what we’ve been up to at youtube.com/eSymposiumChicago and soundcloud.com/eSymposiumChicago.
7-8pm – LIZ REVISION: DJ set & presentation on Marketing, Branding & PR for DJs
8-9pm – ORVILLE KLINE from MIW: Intro to Digital DJing 101
9-10pm – JOSH “DOC” HELTON from MIW: Advanced Traktor
10pm-2am – Live Performance by Legendary DJ — Loco Dice w/Martin Buttrich, Livo & Roby
Friday, March 12, 7-10pm
Spy Bar, 646 North Franklin Street
Sponsored by
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS
MUSIC INDUSTRY WORKSHOP
GUITAR CENTER
HOSTED SKY VODKA BAR FROM 7-8PM
DJ’s, producers, and music lovers join us for a FREE Digital DJ Workshop sponsored by Native Instruments, Music Industry Workshop, and Guitar Center. Witness the new age of digital DJ technology: Friday March 12th 7pm-10pm @ Spybar Chicago. Activities include a FREE Digital DJ Workshop, Networking Reception, and Live DJ Showcases.
Native Instruments product specialist Josh ‘Doc’ Helton will showcase all the top features of the groundbreaking new Traktor Scratch Pro and Kontrol X1. Guests will be amazed at how this technology seamlessly integrates with existing DJ systems. Thomas Faulds and Music Industry Workshop instructors will host a Digital DJ 101 clinic that showcases the immense power and versatility of computer-based DJ technology.
There will be plenty of networking, refreshments, drink specials, free raffles, prizes, and giveaways including gift certificates, t-shirts, gear, and a hosted Sky Vodka Bar from 7-8pm. Professional DJ’s, instructors, and product specialists will be on hand to share tips and tricks with the audience.
Spy Bar invites everyone to stick around after the event for a special live DJ performance by Native Instruments sponsored legendary Loco Dice (www.locodice.com), and Martin Buttrich, with Livo and Roby.
“Chicago has one of the most vibrant DJ cultures in the world. But if we’re going to be competitive we have to stay current with all the new technology. Events like these are extremely important to Chicago DJs. Anyone who wants to get in the game or stay in the game needs to show up”
- Thomas Faulds, Chicago-based Artist, Producer, Electronic Music Guru.
ABOUT SPYBAR
(http://www.spybarchic…) Spybar Chicago is Chicago’s premier DJ venue. This 4,000 Sq Feet night club boasts one of the best sound systems in the country. Spybar showcases world renowned celebrity guest DJ’s and residents.
ABOUT NATIVE INSTRUMENTS
(http://www.native-ins…) Native Instruments is a leading manufacturer of software and hardware for computer-based music production and performance. Native Instruments is spearheading the digital DJ revolution.
ABOUT MUSIC INDUSTRY WORKSHOP
(http://www.miworkshop…) Celebrating 13 years, Music Industry Workshop is the area’s leading training and resource center for DJ technology, recording, mixing, digital music production, music business, live sound, and music video.
ABOUT GUITAR CENTER
(http://www.guitarcent…) Guitar Center is the leading United States retailer of guitars, amplifiers, percussion instruments, keyboards, pro-audio, recording, and DJ equipment.
Chicago Music Promotions
(http://www.chicagomus…) The Professional Social Networking Website for Music Fans, Artists & Djs.
CONTACT
Thomas Faulds
Music Industry Workshop
dj@miworkshop.com
http://www.miworkshop…
Check out this retro-rave party at Green Dolphin Street this Friday. There are some big names on here that made an impact in the underground electronic music scene in the early 1990s. For us old-schoolers it will be a blissful trip back in time, and for the new-school kids who are just discovering this kind of music it will be enlightening. Tell your friends to get their rave on! See you there.
Come 2gether, A Rave Revival ft. Dubtribe
* When:Fri 2/26 – Sat 2/27 (10PM)
* Where: Green Dolphin Street
* Address: 2200 N Ashland Ave Chicago, IL Map
* Cost: 10
Friday February 26th – 8 Superstars Spread The Love -
VBNTS, Mushgroove, Swing Swift and Relode present
Come Together – A Rave Revival
Dubtribe Sound System Live (Always amazing)
Justin Long (Please don’t blow our speakers)
Terry Mullan (He’ll destroy it as long as he makes his flight)
Gene Farris (There can be only one house pimp)
Frankie Vega + Luis Baro 2 x 4 (Like two bears in a tub)
Jevon Jackson (Let’s smoke his hair)
Danny The Wildchild (Bet’em up dude)
Sonic Boom (Please don’t hurt them)
Early arrival suggested!
Friday February 26th at Green Dolphin Street
2200 North Ashland 21+ | 10p til 4a |
$10 -Presale Tickets Available: BUY TICKETS
Get Listed: rsvp@boomboomroomchicago.com