Buffalo should officially nickname Memorial Day weekend “Kick-Off the Summer Crazy Party Weekend Grilling Extravaganza Festival of American Awesomeness.” That doesn’t exactly have a very good ring to it, but it encompasses what’s about to happen this weekend here in the city. Buffalo has an obligatory love for holidays that allow for a little letting-loose, but Memorial Day is our official *official start of Summer. It’s true. Usually it’s nice out. And people of all ages are outside enjoying the prospect of an extra free day to relax. If you choose to believe in the sorcery that is weather prediction, this weekend is shaping up to be hot and shiny.
Two and now three years ago there was the UNITE music festival which was a 3 day multi-venue EDM event over the Memorial Day weekend. Although it never took flight and continued annually, it was a great concept for the fans. This year may mark the ushering in for a new event. The Queen City Cartel presents: Field Day 2012, long anticipated since it’s announcement, is the talk of the music scene. The unique event will temporarily shut down the end of Allen street near the bend at Wadsworth for a sponsored Outdoor/Indoor one-day all-day Electronic Dance Music Party! To see that type of music, my kind of music, out in the street, out in the open, will truly be meaningful. It is a huge accomplishment for the Queen City Cartel, and in general it is a testament to the strength and familial nature of the participants in the scene. I hope everyone shares this general vision. This weekend also features the annual Capsized! party, a dance-party cruise on the Miss Buffalo II, which is the first milestone of Summer. I somehow forgot to mention that Drum & Bass innovator Roni Size will be gracing us with a rare set on Friday to kick off this weekend. For all three events you’ll find more details below. Happy KOSCPWGEFAA!
friday 5/25
Two and now three years ago there was the UNITE music festival which was a 3 day multi-venue EDM event over the Memorial Day weekend. Although it never took flight and continued annually, it was a great concept for the fans. This year may mark the ushering in for a new event. The Queen City Cartel presents: Field Day 2012, long anticipated since it’s announcement, is the talk of the music scene. The unique event will temporarily shut down the end of Allen street near the bend at Wadsworth for a sponsored Outdoor/Indoor one-day all-day Electronic Dance Music Party! To see that type of music, my kind of music, out in the street, out in the open, will truly be meaningful. It is a huge accomplishment for the Queen City Cartel, and in general it is a testament to the strength and familial nature of the participants in the scene. I hope everyone shares this general vision. This weekend also features the annual Capsized! party, a dance-party cruise on the Miss Buffalo II, which is the first milestone of Summer. I somehow forgot to mention that Drum & Bass innovator Roni Size will be gracing us with a rare set on Friday to kick off this weekend. For all three events you’ll find more details below. Happy KOSCPWGEFAA!
friday 5/25
$20/All Ages
TOWN BALLROOM
681 main st. Buffalo, NY
Legend is such an over used word, but don’t let the term pass over RONI SIZE. When my friend and I started listening to DnB music in middle school, Roni Size was discovery that he shared with me. That was back in 1998. Which is roughly about 11 years after Roni Size began to make a name for himself as a DJ/Producer. That’s just to give you an idea as to how long this guy’s been around, this music’s been around. Saturday will be his first show in the United States, making a brief stop over here to hit up Movement (DEMF) in Detroit and a couple other America; we’re just kinda lucky enough to get him for Friday night to kick off the weekend’s festivities. The Ballroom has once again agreed to go later than their usual stopping time. And the event will feature Drum and Bass in the Main room, and Old-School vinyl breaks in the front room. Performances on the night from: RONI SIZE, HOOGS, D.A. DOGG, LOKI, PERCEPTOR, 3PO, and MCNASTY.
saturday 5/26
FREE Outdoors/$20 pre-sale all access bars
ALLENTOWN: DBGB’S/SAMPLE/THE BEND
allen st. near wadsworth st.
This is what we’ve all been waiting for. The outdoor portion of the concert is open to all ages and is free of charge. To see selected performances in the bars you will have to be 21+ and purchase either tickets a la carte, or an all access pass. The schedule will be released today, but the lineup consists of 6 headliners and over 30 regional DJs eventually moving inside and playing into the wee hours of the morning. Fellow BuffaBLOGGER Alicia Greco has been previewing each of the headliners each day this past week which can easily be found by typing in the tag “field day” into the search bar at the top of this page. Read up on these headliners, because they are all very talented. And on a personal note, the main guy, the big cheese on the bill, MUNCHI, just happens to be my favorite DJ/Producer right now, and he really kinda has been since I first heard of Moombahton a little over a year and a half ago now. As I hinted at previously, I hope everyone can look at this event as a monument of achievements for the Buffalo dance music scene. Cheers to all the hard work from the performers and promoters, and to the dedication of the fans.
sunday 5/27
530p-9p
$30/21+
MISS BUFFALO II
Boarding at the ERIE BASIN MARINA Buffalo, NY
The Boat party is the quintessential way to begin and end the Summer. This installment is the 7th anniversary of the party on Memorial Day Eve. It sells out every time, and it is hard for people not to enjoy themselves whether in rain or shine. It's a true wonder how no one has ever fallen overboard the side judging by how much fun everyone has. This year will feature Swedish Techno Producer/DJ Alexi Delano. Dress to impress, because the hotness it always brought on the boat.
See everyone on the dancefloor. Much Love.
K.O.T.S.C.P.W.G.E.F.O.A.A its catchy.
James, I didnt think there was actully any sound outside for Field Day?
ideally, there will be sound outside. keepin' this shit crazy organic.