THE HONEY POT

Sesh

2012-02-12T19:10:00.000-08:00

With RS of RRS Feed at Cherries Records headquarters

Marlena Shaw

2012-01-30T12:25:00.000-08:00

Most people know her for "California Soul", but this is hands down my favorite song by her.

"Without You In My Life" Click to Download

Throwback

2012-01-30T12:14:00.000-08:00

Thanks Ricky P

Me fascina fLako...

2012-01-25T14:58:00.000-08:00

Sun Ba by fLako

VINTAGE WEDNESDAYS AT CROCODILE

2012-01-25T14:55:00.001-08:00

Buy a beer and they make you a pizza. Pretty cool...who wants to drink my beer tonite?

Vna$ty...

2012-01-16T14:35:00.000-08:00

Met Vanessa in the dorms at SFSU...we both had fake ID's and instantly bonded. Milk on Haight, Mighty, Dalva, Fillmore, used to be our old haunts. Talk about a past lifetime...she now lives in LA and I had a chance to catch up with her when I played at Soul Sessions at Grand Star Jazz Club. Friends for almost 10 years and although we rarely see each other, when we do, we start up right where we left off. Love you V-mama

Photo by Maricel Sison, Soul Sessions last party-Los Angeles

Le Poisson Rouge, NY 2008

Brickhouse NYE

2012-01-16T14:19:00.000-08:00

All photos by Constance Kostrevski www.eyeshotcha.com
Much love to Tim Zawada, Merk 1, Shazam Bangles, Moppy, Constance and the rest of the party people...amazing party

Chungbear Chat

2012-01-16T13:52:00.000-08:00

Just now starting to get into video chat...A/S/L to a whole 'nother level

CUTZ on CUTS

2012-01-10T17:32:00.001-08:00

Can't wait to rock this show with Shredders!

MLK WEEKEND: Sweater Funk Steps Twice

2012-01-09T07:21:00.000-08:00

SWEATER FUNK Two Step Soul Mix by SWEATER FUNK

SWEATER FUNK Two Step Soul Mix
Selection by The Selecter DJ Kirk, Jon Blunck, Renmin, and Two Step Lou
Mix by FA
"Sweater Funk presents our annual MLK two step soul night!
Join us for the deepest steppers this side of the pond and let's get those hands in the air! If you've been you know, if not, what you waiting for..."

Still strictly vinyl, and this night strictly steppers. "Rock The Boat" on 45? Yes, the Selecter will be bringing that.

THE BEES KNEES: Best of 2011

2012-01-08T19:40:00.000-08:00

Yes, this is a tad late, but I just wanted to summarize my favorite tracks that came out this year. I am always preoccupied with digging in the past, that sometimes I have to come up for air and seek out new music that artists are releasing. In my humble opinion, the BEES KNEES of 2011...

10. MIGUEL CAMPBELL "Something Special, Sexy, Wonderful" Hot Creations

Since moving to Chicago, I have definitely been getting my dose of house music. But sometimes I am so overwhelmed with the sub-genres...acid, big room, balearic, minimal, progressive AHHH! But this song is simple yet very effective. I had this joint on repeat for the first few days after hearing it. No need for crazy layers, the vocals are straight up and when the bassline kicks in I can't help but wanna strut.

9. CFCF "Cometrue" UNO

I first heard about CFCF when I picked up his album Continent in 2009. I fell in love with the Fleetwood Mac cover from that record (Raining Patterns is another choice cut). I became more curious about him once I learned that the Canadian Government financially backed the making of that album through support of the Department of Canadian Heritage (Canada Music Fund). So dope! I wish we had the $ here in the US to throw at talented artists to produce albums. But I digress...

Beautiful, etheral yet engaging. Great driving-home-after-the-gig tune.

8. QUADRON Average Fruit (10.4 Rog Gradeschool Crush Remix) Plug Research

Thank you to my friends who are constantly seeking out fresh music. I first heard this track thanks to my friend and Hotline partner, Boogie Brown. He played this at our Hotline party one night and the song was haunting me, I exhausted my google skills searching for it because Boogs couldn't text me back fast enough! The original cut is amazing also, more of a sultry vibe to it. But the Gradeschool Crush remix by 10.4 Rog is a lil' more playful. I look forward to hearing more stuff from him.
http://soundcloud.com/104rog
Average Fruit (Remix by 10.4 Rog Gradeschool Crush) by Plug Research

7. DJ QUIK "Love of My Life" Mad Science/Fontana

From D-F's tumblr

I will claim California until the day I die. I don't know where it came from, but as a babybear I was raised to believe nothing really existed between NY and CA. But with age I realized there are some amazing places in between (Hi Chicago). Wherever I call home, I always have some music from my old stomping grounds to remind me of the 75degree days, traffic on the 10 Freeway, and car culture. This cut from The Book Of David is hands down my favorite and encapsulates the West Coast vibe which Quik is famous for. I was lucky enough to see Quik live with a band at DNA Lounge in SF, and it makes me overjoyed to hear that he recently performed with Dam-Funk and Steve Arrington. What a perfect medley.

6. 1-O.A.K. "Rewind produced by Trackademicks" HNRL

The Honor Roll team put out so much material in 2011 it was hard to pick a favorite. Honorable mentions go to Trackademicks Cherry 2000, Mike Baker's Legs and Josie Stingray's Got To Get It. I am a huge fan and supporter of the crew, and they carry the bay area on their backs (and most recently Mike Baker the Bike Maker moved out to NYC to spread the talent). I chose Rewind because the track is a great example of "champagne soul"-the genre for which the crew is responsible for creating. And 1-O.A.K.'s voice is unbelievable. I pray that this year is the year Honor Roll Crew gets the immense shine they deserve...worldwide not just in the bay.
1-O.A.K. - Rewind (prod. by Trackademicks) by The Honor Roll

5. KING KRULE "The Noose of Jah City" True Panther Sounds EP

Formerly known as Zoo Kid...I guess you would call this nu-shoegaze? Whatever, I am digging it. I don't think he's even 21 yet. This may seem far-fetched, but he kinda reminds me of a red-headed Morrisey.

4. TIGER & WOODS "Love in Cambodgia" Running Back

I caught wind of this underground Tiger & Woods party in here Chicago a few months ago. I was told to get off at some stop off the red line, go under the train tracks and look for a door with a tiger poster on it. I had no idea where I was going and was about to give up until I heard some bass thumping. Finally found the party and dealt with some major dance floor bonerkillers (cologne-reeking, flashlight toting, just-got-off-work types) but it was worth it in the end because they played this song. My girl Natalia played first this for me while I was driving her car after a crazy night at DAMN GINA in early 2011, this song will always remind me of her.

3. RHYMEFEST ft. KANYE "Brand New (Paul Nice Remix)"

The first time I visited Chicago, I went to Rude-1's night at Empire Liquors and Rhymefest was there. He asked me how tall I was and complimented me on my boots, I didn't know who he was until after the fact. Cool story right? My only Chi-town celebrity encounter...

So the original version of this song is from 2006, but P.Nice makes it actually listenable! I don't have the record in my pawz (pre-ordered though, ship date 2/2012) only 300 copies pressed and signed by Paul himself! And on red vinyl. I am a sucka for colored wax!

"Brand New" (Paul Nice Remix) VOCAL SNIPPET / Rhymefest feat. Kanye West by paulnice

2. NYTE COURT "Just For You"

Chris Idiom+Joe Vargo=Nyte Court. Both hailing from Denver, have slowly been making a presence in San Francisco for the past few years. Individually talented beyond belief, each with separate strengths; Chris with his jaw-dropping DJ blends, runner up for the Scion mix competition live on 3 turntables, his ability to mix Art of Noise into Bone Thugs into Bjork...he makes you feel a self-imposed pressure to practice in your bedroom more. Joe as a versatile selector, connoisseur of all things soulful and record addict, a fiend! Together they make music that melts me. I can't wait to hear more from them. Just For You samples one of my favorite modern-soul tracks by Ingram.

Just 4 u by NYTE COURT

1. THE PENDLETONS "Waiting On You/Coming Down" Slept On Records

Is it any surprise that this is my number one pick? This 7" has been played at every Sweaterfunk since it was released (look closely at the label). I have been somewhat scared to bring the record out with me to play lately because E da Boss and Myron have only pressed something like 200 copies and has no plans of pressing more. Raer factor! There might be some copies available at Groove Merchant in SF. The B-side is a banger as well (Coming Down), a nice mid-tempo dancefloor warm-up. I had the luxury of seeing them perform this live at Sweaterfunk, E rocking doubles of "Glow Of Love" by Change (at 33 rpm) while Myron sang. Below is a soundcloud clip from that performance (shitty quality FYI) but I'd like to think Myron said "Mama-I've been waiting on you for so very long". Swoon. Love these men.

Myron & E (The Pendeltons) live at Sweater Funk by Mamaburr

Salud to year twenty-twelve...

New Years Eve in Chicago-Join Us

2011-12-26T11:47:00.000-08:00

We've been throwing this party for 3 years now in addition to our other loft parties throughout the year. The focus is Funk/Disco/Boogie/Vibes/Afro/Latin/Rhythms etc...

You won't hear the Boogie Munsters dropping any Top40 or Dubstep...

DJs:

Tim Zawada

Armando Merk1

Shazam Bangles

DJ Moppy

DJ Mama Bear

Hosted by Constance K!

Video by KLLCHNNL!

RSVP For Location and Additional Info...

Location:

WILL BE ANNOUNCED on 12/30/2011.

Doors open at 9:00

$10 cover before 10

$20 cover after.

No VIP Guestlist or Comp'd admission.

All Drinks are included in the price of admission.

Open Bar featuring

Goose Island and Three Floyds Kegs on Tap.

Specialty Cocktails and Champagne will be flowing in plentiful quantities!

Any other questions, just ask!

Chi Proper crew - Boogie Munsters!

Reason #456 why I love DJ Quik

2011-12-20T19:01:00.001-08:00

SOUL BOULDERS 2

2011-12-18T09:38:00.000-08:00

My favorite DJ in the world DJ B.Cause & Matthew Africa who is also another talented DJ from the Bay, came out with their second installment of Soul Boulders. I've never had the chance to get my paws on the first Volume, but Jon Blunk mentions SB #1 as the best mix he's heard in his life, period. Which says alot coming from a Northern Soul connoisseur/Ex-Mod/Honorary Cholo.

This is sounding perfect on my Sunday morning. MUST COP! Listen to the sampler below and BUY HERE

Matthew Africa & DJ B.Cause - Soul Boulders 2 Snippets by djbcause

NYE IN SAN FRANCISCO-SWEATER FUNK + OPOLOPO & AMALIA

2011-12-16T18:55:00.000-08:00

Opolopo - Reversed feat. Blacktop & Amalia (preview) by Tokyo Dawn Records

Buy tickets: http://opoloponye.eventbrite.com/

"Opolopo and Amalia together is like FIRE!!!!! I have to wear my oven mits to play their tunes!" - Daz-I-Kue

"Somewhere between Dam-Funk, Tangerine Dream and french monster Jean Michel Jarre. A killer in its genre!" - DJ Lefto

"Always challenging, constantly surprising and definitely one of the leaders of the euro new school. louder!!! “ - Mark de Clive-Lowe

“First Lady Of Modern Funk. Badass!” - Kristi Lomax (KPFK Los Angeles Radio)
"Every time I hear music from Opolopo, my spirit lifts a little more. Technically and musically gifted, his risk taking grows with his confidence on every release. An undoubtedly necessary warrior in the new underground resistance to the norm." - Domu

"One word---DAMN!" - King Britt

Sweater Funk is incredibly honored to host one of our favorite artists representing some of the the best sounds of boogie and modern funk, Opolopo & Amalia. This duo has been supplying heavy duty dancefloor filling modern funk to the underground dance community for a few years now. Sweater Funk has been rocking and supporting them at all of our events, to the point that almost all of our fans know the words to Opolopo's KILLER remix of Karl Frierson's "Tall Green Grass". We're excited to share them with the San Francisco funk scene at what will be their stateside debut this New Years Eve with the Sweater Funk crew at Som Bar!

OPOLOPO & AMALIA were put here to unite continents and connect the musical dots! Welcome to their universe where synthesizers and vocoders coexist with a voice that transcends time. Their music lifts you up on to a futurist realm where interplanetary Funk & Boogie collide!

Opolopo is Yoruban for "plenty", a word that best exemplifies the diversity of this production wizard’s musical voyage!Whether it's funk, soul, disco, broken beat, or jazz, his compositions and productions are always uncompromising! Starting out with overdubbing on cassette decks with a Casio VL Tone toy keyboard in his early teens, to constructing soundscapes on synths, beat boxes and computers, Peter Major aka Opolopo is one of Scandinavia’s most extraordinary producers. His dedication and commitment to music is stupendous! Everyday, on the hour, you will find him tweaking a nob, laying down a bass line, EQing a snare, or simply studying more nerdy production techniques. Born in Zirc, Hungary he spent the early part of his creative development touring with a keyboardist father and obsessing over fusion and electronic records. Artists like Herbie Hancock, Roger Troutman, Chuckii Booker, Earth Wind & Fire, Quincy Jones, Isao Tomita, andKraftwerk helped feed his ingenuity.

Equipped with keyboards, vocoder, and modern technology Opolopo tours as a dj, with jazz ensemble Expansions, andwith primary collaborator Amalia Miz Fuze Townsend AKA AMALIA. The British-Filipina-Canadian has a massive appetite for all things that make people dance and fly! Her versatile voice varying from a lamb to a lion ignited her spark for music as she sang up against windows, in garbage cans, down stair wells, and on the loo! Bouncing with it, playing with the reverberation in a room, Amalia began creating her own melodies and interpretive dance moves as a child. Her source of inspiration being her father's extensive soul/jazz record collection and a multitude of books filled with activism and art! Many moons and bands later, her deep desire to explore the planet forced her to move to Europe. Her musical connection with Opolopo was far too great to be ignored. The pair had been doing the internet shuffle for 2 years and developing a devoted underground following with their collaborations. Leaving Vancouver equipped with a mic, a Canadian Juno nomination for Best Contemporary Jazz Artist, and a Best Electronic Artist Award for her involvement in nujazz band SEKOYA, she was soon touring Tokyo, Berlin, London, Warsaw with Opolopo and formulating with other music visionaries Atjazz, Domu, AD Bourke, Son Of Kick, Grems, Probe Dms, Altered Natives, & Afronaut of Bugz in the Attic.

With the release of AMALIA's highly anticipated debut album, "Art Slave" entirely produced by OPOLOPO and his very own "Voltage Controlled Feelings" out this year on Tokyo Dawn Records, 2011 has only strengthened OPOLOPO &AMALIA's cosmic union!

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San Francisco's Sweater Funk DJ crew have been the city's most dedicated purveyors of the funky subgenre known as BOOGIE for over 3 years. Their vision to bring boogie, strictly on vinyl originals, to the masses has earned them a diehard following who pack the basement of China Town's Li Po Lounge every Sunday. They've won SF Weekly's Best new club 2009, hosted Djs such as Dam-Funk, Steve Arrington (Slave), Daz-I-Kue, Peanut Butter Wolf, Kon & Amir, Onra, Monk One, Cool Chris, E Da Boss, Mayer Hawthorne, and have become a sister club to Dam-Funk's own Funkmosphere night in Los Angeles.

Text Files Pt. 4

2011-12-15T21:02:00.000-08:00

Random photos from my phone

Sughey

Cashmere Soul

2-step Lou got hot while DJing so he took off his long johns

Thx The Usuals, San Jose for my Natives

THE LAST SOUL SESSIONS-7 YEARS RUNNING

2011-12-14T20:20:00.000-08:00

This will be a bittersweet gig...I have so much love for the Soul Session Selectors (Plann.B, The reMitch, Baby Bubba, B-Nasty, Vince) and I am honored to be playing their last party. It is always a guranteed fun time-I have played twice before and I am looking forward to playing with this ridiculous line up.

The last time I played Soul Sessions I was attacked with Chola kisses...

LuckyMe take me away....

2011-12-12T20:10:00.000-08:00

"Montreal native Jacques Greene represents a new breed of House producers, whose influences range from slick 90s UK Garage, classic Chicago House and glossy RnB."

Been a fan of the LuckyMe Posse since I first heard "Ooops!" by Hudmo. Just discovered this kid Jacques Greene. Mamalike!

Jacques Greene - (Baby I Don't Know) What You Want from Jacques Greene on Vimeo.

I learned to never be afraid to tell someone I love them

2011-12-10T10:33:00.000-08:00

J1 from Master Blaster

2011-11-30T16:34:00.000-08:00

When I found out he passed away I was beyond shocked. Shredders and I just saw him with Master Blaster here at The Empty Bottle in Chicago. I really don't know what else to say except he will be missed by many, the news sent shock waves through the bay-there is an unbelievable bond between the LA and SF modern funk scene. He played alongside Shred 1 at Sweater Funk and he was a staple at Funkmosphere (I always saw him when I played there.) It may be a cliche but, things like this always remind me to let my people know how much I love them and appreciate them.

At Sweater Funk this Sunday, we will be accepting donations for his family.

Freddy Anzures of pRops created the visual tribute below

TONITE: 5 Year Anniversary 41FUNKTION (SF)

2011-11-26T19:20:00.000-08:00

The 41funktion is one of the best parties in the world in my humble opinion. It takes place at Elbo Room in the Mission (SF) once a month and is thrown by A-Ron, B.Cause, Max Kane, Mista B and Teeko.
Congrats fellas on 5 years, it was an absolute honor to be a guest at The Funktion back in July....I am there in spirit!

Big Jacks and his Stepperific Modern Soul Mix

2011-11-26T15:07:00.000-08:00

I have had this mix on repeat for the last few days. Amazing baby-making soundtrack. We have a special bond over Breakwater-Much love to you Jay in Toronto...

I had to share this pic because of the Prelude shirt

DJ BIG JACKS - BLACK MAGIC (MODERN SOUL MIX) by Big Jacks

Thank You Mr. Joe Vargo

2011-11-26T15:01:00.000-08:00

Vargo on the left, Proof on the right

For my new record

Hud Mo - Pleasure by Hudson Mohawke

Random Shots

2011-11-20T14:09:00.000-08:00

From the Text Files

GROWN KIDS RADIO: QUANNUM PROJECT FEATURE

2011-11-20T13:55:00.000-08:00

"Quannum Projects (aka Quannum MCs) is a hip hop collective based in the San Francisco Bay Area. It has been active since 1992, when it was formed at UC Davis under the moniker Solesides Records. It is also the name of the independent record label that releases their records, as well as those of a number of other artists. The label continues to be 100% independently owned and operated."

Check out the GKR podcast the E Da Boss put together (Some unreleased goodness on there) and a lil' drop from yours truly.

EPISODE 41 CLICK TO LISTEN

SWEATER FUNK PRESENTS: B. Bravo & The Starship Connection plus K-Maxx

2011-11-16T09:23:00.000-08:00

at SOM this Weekend!

B. Bravo & The Starship Connection x K-Maxx x Sweater Funk Crew

BUY TIX HERE

B. Bravo & The Starship Connection at Frite Nite

Check out the teaser for B. Bravo's latest EP "Kiss n' Tell"

B. Bravo - Kiss 'n' Tell EP // Teaser by Earnest Endeavours

K-Maxx in 1996

K-Maxx: Extended Sweater Funk Fam

2011-11-16T09:01:00.000-08:00

Sean Boogs & K-Maxx at KPOO Radio

K-Maxx - Love Is Comin' by K-MaxxMusic

K-Maxx, aka Ken Hopkins, lives for the music. He's a Bay Area original from San Francisco, who's been involved with artists such as Dan the Automator, Too Short, Lenny Williams (Tower of Power), King Tech (Wake Up Show) and more. Releasing two acclaimed underground albums during the Bay's initial reign in the 90's, K-Maxx began the early 2000's with his seminal "Ghetto Gumbo" radio show which can be heard Friday Nights on KPOO in San Francisco. He returned to the music forefront in 2006, producing for artists like 05' B.A.R.S Underground Artist of the Year, Andre Nickatina and co-writing and producing the hit single "Tuesday" for R&B Legend Lenny Williams, which was recently in the Top 30 Urban AC nationwide. A multi-instrumentalist using many methods to create his soundscapes, K-Maxx draws from a diverse array of influences and experiences to create a truly original sound.

This past Sunday we played his song "Super Drunk" in the basement....Sean Boogs had it pressed up on vinyl. Standing sided by side with K-Maxx singing his song was amazing!

MIDWAY: Mixed by DJ Proof

2011-11-15T14:12:00.000-08:00

"Midway is my latest mix that dips into the stepper sound-modern soul, R&B, and smooth grooves. It's a collection of mellow steppers and mid-tempo soul inspired by Chicago..."

STRAIGHT FLAME! How appropriate that Proof gave me a copy right before my flight into Midway Airport. Love you brother...Pick up your copy at Mr. Peabody's Records here in Chicago or Groove Merchant in SF. Or hit him up here

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEXANDER O'NEAL

2011-11-15T13:49:00.000-08:00

SO SASSY...

You're All The Boogie I Need

2011-11-14T13:08:00.000-08:00

Lady T button I bought outside of The Whispers/Stephanie Mills show in Oakland

Sweater Funk: Reunited

2011-11-13T15:11:00.000-08:00

You. Me. We.

The first time all 13 members or the crew will be in the basement to share our favorite records.

Birthday beat for Cutso

2011-11-08T14:27:00.000-08:00

So my life partner DJ Cutso celebrated his 30th birthday last week and I didn't know what to get him. So I decided to make him something he would appreciate, since he is continually inspiring me I wanted to show him I am staying busy over here in Chicago trying to create. Check it out below. I sampled Styx, Ghostface, Eddie "Ski" White, D-F etc... Very raw and not compressed. Lemme know what you think!
Birthday Bonus Beat by Mamaburr

JUST ADDED: DaM-Funk 45 Set at Sweater Funk tonite!

2011-11-06T10:33:00.000-08:00

Pick up a copy of Sound Boutiques 1st re-press/release!

"Holy sheeot! If all this planned for tonite wasn't enuff!

Our fearless leader in the trenchcoat will be dropping a 45 set with us.

If it starts to rain, just follow the drops that are slightly purple. "-Sean Boogs

NIGHTWIND RECORD RELEASE PARTY

2011-11-05T12:15:00.000-07:00

This Sunday the 6th of November, my beloved Sweater Funk crew will be throwing a record release party for 'NIGHTWIND' a group from the 80's that Sean Boogie recently connected with. He has pressed up 2 of their songs on 7in. and Luke Holton from NIGHTWIND will be the very special guest. If you're in SF this Sunday-you must check it out!

Honor Roll Does It Again!

2011-11-03T14:36:00.000-07:00

RADical...California Pride! "Theres nothing in the world like a California girl"-Trackademicks

THIS FRIDAY, NOV. 4th

2011-11-02T19:31:00.000-07:00

With my Boogie Munsters

Merk1

Tim Zawada

DJ Moppy

Random Shots

2011-11-01T14:23:00.000-07:00

Digging at K-Starke w/Nicky Benedeck

Chicago Scraper

Sent to mw from my friend Seth (Sefdiggy)

CER MAK and DOUG SHORTS

2011-10-22T10:13:00.000-07:00

Some Chicago goodness brewing right here. Doug Shorts w/the vocals is from the 70's group "Master Plan" Can't wait for this to be pressed up!

Cer Mak - Feels So Right feat. Doug Shorts by cer mak

SIMONE'S (CHICAGO) WITH SHRED ONE

2011-10-18T16:38:00.000-07:00

I can't WAIT to rock with my sis Shred One! No holds barred-we will be going all over the place. ALL NIGHT LONG!

A DOWNTOWN AFFAIR

2011-10-04T19:56:00.000-07:00

Thank you Mike McGill and Tackleberry for having me on A Downtown Affair-recorded at NYU when I was in New York last week. Big ups to Monk One for connecting... ENJOY!

Let's Get Serious Radio w/Mamabear

My Bangerz

2011-10-04T10:08:00.001-07:00

Oct. 22nd at Simones (Chicago)

2011-10-02T08:34:00.000-07:00

I will be joining my Sweater Funk sis Shred One for a Saturday night in the Southside. Simones is HUG and the booth is kind of elevated in the middle so you have a 360 degree view of the spot.

SFNY Tomorrow

2011-09-24T16:56:00.000-07:00

Urry.
Last night w/mOma and Rok One was non-stop hot dance music. I even found myself trying to have a waack-off with Facemelter while the dudes were playing...highlights were hearing The Detroit Experiment and Aurra.

So to keep my NY trip going tomorrow I will be supporting SFNY at The Hudson Hotel NYC. From 2 to ? selectors from NY and the Bay will be DJing and I will be selling Wax Poetics merchandise. If you don't have your tickets already, you can buy them at the door.

New Yawk I'm Back

2011-09-20T17:52:00.000-07:00

This Friday

LULZ

2011-09-19T22:00:00.000-07:00

KRAFTWERKED - A Mix by Tim Zawada

2011-09-17T09:30:00.001-07:00

Tim was one of the first other DJ's I met (thanks to Merk) who really piqued my interest with his musical stylings. We have played together a few times and I love his stuff...so when he put this out-damn. Bravo Tim! Keep me on my toes.... KRAFTWERKED - A Mix by Tim Zawada by timzawada

Playing with Tim and Merk1 tonight at Rodan in Wicker Park

Super Lazy Sunday

2011-09-11T14:02:00.001-07:00

Text Files

2011-09-08T07:49:00.000-07:00

Just felt like throwing up some pictures people have texted me lately...if you have my number I'd love to see what you got for me

Michi in Vegas

Trav and his pops in Aruba

My twin brother ran into Beatnick in Vancouver-hella random

Rachie

My moms chihuahua, Princesa

Erica&Cellski-and my head cut off if you don't know already I'm tall

Coffee w/Cutso and we stumble across this...

Val pal w/her CoCo en Mexico

Mista Bs after-school program with a mixer I gave him

Burning Man Harold

R-Cade and his waffles-captured by Shea

Will & I at my going away lunch at Limon, SF

DJ Essar (AKA Daddy Alex) and his lil' man in the UK

Wishlist Record

2011-09-05T19:17:00.001-07:00

File under Gospel Boogie

SEPT. 8-EMPIRE LIQUORS (CHICAGO)

2011-09-03T11:48:00.000-07:00

Reunited with my sis Shred One for this one...Honored to be playing a party with Rude and Shon-such upstanding dudes

THIS FRIDAY: Sept. 2nd at SubT Chicago

2011-08-29T21:00:00.000-07:00

With my Chicago guys Shazam Bangles (Check out his live Ustream Cutz on Cutz here), Tim Zawada and Merkster

SFxCHI

2011-08-27T13:36:00.000-07:00

Had the pleasure of the homie TEEKO join us at Rodan last minute. He was in town for a show w/Kero One...he played Suga Free for me last night (he knows my soft spot)

TONITE: Rodan in Chicago

2011-08-26T12:30:00.000-07:00

JUST ADDED: Teeko, the homie from San Francisco!

SFxCHI Connect

I Live in Chicago

2011-08-22T22:15:00.000-07:00

I arrived in San Francisco when I was 18 with 3 fake ID's. I would sneak into spots like Milk and Levende Lounge...watch the Triple Threat DJ's in awe-thinking to myself "I would never be able to do that". I still can't play like them because they are part super-human-robot-djs, but I have had the opportunity to play alongside some of my DJ heros which I still can't believe.

I enrolled at SFSU and graduated with 2 degrees 7 years later, but the most I learned was from people like Toph 1, who took me under his wing when I wanted to learn how to DJ. He then introduced me to people like B.Cause and Jacob Guillermo, who ended up being some of my closest friends/crew mates and inspiration. Thank you to my Hotline fam (Brigidope, Boogie Brown, Roza, Cutso, Facemelter, Bluz), Dalva crew (Essar, Bari, John John, Toph) Butter, Hakobo and SOM, Double Dutch for letting me hold down monthly parties.

Much love to Nyte Court (Joe Vargo and Chris Idiom) for the fun times in their studio and help teaching me Ableton (which I still don't get) and helping me pick up that drunk girl out of the crosswalk that one night after our black crack party...

Why did I discover San Jose so late while living in the bay? I can't even do a roll call because I love all those fools, ok by crew-The Bangerz, Bevmo/4lokos, Hella Proper, Andrea and Bittersweet too

Can't really put into words what Sweater Funk means to me. Maybe I will be able to form something later...

San Francisco was the first place I touched a Technic 1200, the first place I played outside of my bedroom, the only place I have been in a basement that plays music which overwhelms me so much, I secretly well up with tears because I still can't believe 12 other people have a passion about Boogie/Modern Soul like I do.

My crush with Chicago began last December when I visited Shred 1, but now it has turned into full-blown infatuation. I'm looking forward to exploring the house/disco/juke/2-step scene and hanging out with my Chicago homies who are welcoming me with open arms.

Eternally grateful and forever yours San Francisco

BBoy Jam in Oakland w/Cellski & Chung

Jon Blunk giving me Amuzement Park, Hot Wax at Poleng

3 yr. S-F Anniversary w/Steve Arrington

Last SF meal at Izzy's Steakhouse

Chung has 14 jobs

Val Pal

Sweater Funk Por Vida (Just missing Shred & Sean Boogs)

Paradise, Alia, & Dominique

The Domestic Partnership of 33rd Ave

Cutseauxxx

Alexander O'Neil & Aubrey

A request written on a muni transfer w/5$ on it

Bay Area Sister Sound Anniversary Party

Onra & Buddy on USF Radio

Rumpshaker at Double Dutch

Dalva Dayz

Some night outside of Triple Crown (R.I.P.)

Mentors Bcause & The Selecter DJ Kirk

Renmin at Rooky's

Cattin' off with Mousey R.I.P.

My Birthday-he was the best present

Toph's Bday w/Gina P at 222 Hyde

Nyte Court in their natural habitat

Montreal x SF at Side2Side

Homero Espinosa (Yerba Buena Records) and the finest Peruvian/Brazilian Lau

AIDS benefit at Space Gallery on Valentines day w/Annieoid

Thee Kool Karlo-them sketchers tho!?

Yes I am

Doin' It In The Park 2010 w/Toph, Judy Lee and Winnie

After the Maxwell show for Freddy's birthday

Bevmo crew (Minus Dstrukt)

Boogie Blind & our invisible burritos at Papalote

The Basement by Stacy Lucier

Travis at Rumpshaker (HOT SHIT!)

When the sun showed up, at The Ramp, dogpatch SF for brunch w/Nolan & Jeanette

Soundcheck w/Steve Arrington

SF Weekly

Freddy's Birthday & my camera captured the perfect moment

Wed mornings w/Cutso & Cafe Bustelo

Good Foot w/Milan SOM

Stone Soul at Concrod Pavillion w/Kirk, Sabrina, Joe and E da Boss

Devon Quien in my old Studio off Sanchez

The ever faithful Sweaterfunker Jon Jon holding 1 of the last copies of the Pendletons 45

La Chingona from Queretaro, Mexico

Chungers Watermelon Eating Contest BBQ

Hotline w/Brigidope & Geraldine

One of the last nights at Poleng w/Merk, Boogie Brown, Roland, Aries, Mr. E, Neo Geo and Shredders in front

Stevie making us say "AYE YI YI" 3 Yr Anniversary notice the button?

Adobo Burritos at Papalote

Red Bull 3-Style w/Sef Diggy and Beset

Dan Diggity <3

Me & Shredders when we got our S-F jackets

Nuttin' But Love For Ya SJ

2011-08-17T08:18:00.000-07:00

Photos from Last Call...sorry for the delay

POMONA: AUG. 13th

2011-08-04T09:16:00.000-07:00

Pomona used to be my old stomping grounds...the Glasshouse every weekend for punk shows and El Taco Nazo for Horchata Kareoke. I feel like its full circle for me to return to the 909 to play at Fox Theater. When I was younger The Fox hadn't been re-opened, its was closed after some Raves in the late 90's nearly destroyed the theater.

Fox Theater re-opened in 2009, with a major effort to preserve the Art Deco gem. I will be playing on the roof top lounge RSVP HERE

On The Roof:

Special 90's Mix by:

MAMABEAR [Sweater Funk Crew ]

Trademarq [ TNA, http://trademarqblog.blogspot.com/ ]

Just Pudge [ TNA, Mixcrate, http://www.justpudge.com/)

M-Boogie [ TNA ]

DJ Nickyboi [ TNA, Surf Ninjas ]

HOSTED BY:

DJ BUDDY [http://www.buddybuddybuddy.com/]

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In the B-Side Lounge:

SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCE

THE TRUFFLES [http://thetruffles.tumblr.com/]

Frank (E) [ TNA, Beat Hackerz, CSR ]

Equip [ TNA, Sick Delicious, http://www.myspace.com/equipmusic ]
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PHOTO BOOTH BY:

Original Knockoff [http://www.originalknockoff.com/]

Bye Bye SF

2011-07-29T13:38:00.000-07:00

My last gig in the bay is tonight at SOM on 16th and South Van Ness. Backing Steve Arrington as my last show surrounded by my crew and friends....pinch me

Rickey Vincent interviews Steve Arrington by SWEATER FUNK

Trying to pack for Chicago....

2011-07-27T13:33:00.000-07:00

And all I wanna do is listen to records. Forgot about this one....

SOUL LOUNGE 90.5 KSJS

2011-07-25T23:46:00.000-07:00

MAMABEAR (SWEATER FUNK) ON SOUL LOUNGE 90.5FM KSJS by bittersweetksjs

Thank you Bittersweet for having me on...Check out her show every Sunday from 2 to 5pm. The last hour of her set is dedicated to tunes of the soulful variety

OTIS LOUNGE 6 Year Anniversary Block Party

2011-07-25T12:41:00.000-07:00

Me+The Hotline Crew (Cutso, Brigidope and Boogie Brown, Roza was out of town) We were missing Roza, but still held it down on Maiden Lane to celebrate Damons' baby, Otis Lounge. Brooklyn Circus was there, Black Scale, San Franpsycho, food vendors, and our DJ pals King Most and Ant-1. It was one of those rare afternoon outdoor parties that San Francisco only has once in a while-gorgeous weather and even more gorgeous people.

How to make an animated gif

FIRDAY JULY 22nd SOUL SESSIONS LA

2011-07-21T13:23:00.000-07:00

I love the Soul Sessions crew....solid guys. And they have been throwing a successful bi-monthly party for over 7 years!

I will be upstairs this Friday. Would love to see my LA/909 folks slide through

K-MAXX "SupaDrunk"

2011-07-19T00:29:00.000-07:00

Jon Blunk posted this on the Sweater Funk Facebook... a modern track that would be played in the basement if it was pressed on vinyl!

<a href="http://k-maxx.bandcamp.com/track/supadrunk">SupaDrunk by K-Maxx</a>

San Jose Sunday 7/17

2011-07-14T16:44:00.000-07:00

I'm gonna miss my San Jose boo's for sure...So this Sunday I will be all up IN the South Bay. Starting off with "Genetically Impossible" Radio Show 90.5FM KSJS w/DJ Bittersweet 2p to 5p

Then Last Call Day Party

Keepin' it goin' w/my #1 squeeze Cutso from the Bangerz

Check out Rey Res ft. Cutso in their new vid

BANG

STEVE ARRINGTON for SWEATER FUNK 3 YR ANNIVERSARY

2011-07-12T12:46:00.000-07:00

I have the honor of backing Steve during his live performance, it will be my going-away party before bouncing to Chicago...

BUY TIX HERE

Last Call: San Jose July 17th

2011-07-08T01:26:00.000-07:00

Also doing Dj Bittersweet's radio show "Genetically impossible" before then "Just The Tip" after for the late night. San Jose I wanna my entire Sunday with you.

Josie Stingray: First Lady of Honor Roll Crew

2011-07-06T13:45:00.000-07:00

Much love to the entire Honor Roll crew...I've been a huge fan of their music since I first heard Trackademicks "Tell Me When To Go" remix a few years back. They are always putting in work-the crew consists of Trackademicks, 1-O.A.K., Josie Stingray, Spank Pops, Mike Baker the Bike Maker, Whiz, DJ Tap.10 & MoxMore. Whiz is in LA and Mike is in NYC, so they are spreading the bay love all over.

Check out here latest video below by Josie

The 41SweaterFunktion

2011-06-27T10:36:00.000-07:00

Mil Gracias to the 41Funk boys for having us play last Saturday. It was an honor to rock alongside some of my favorite DJs. I'm lucky to live in a city like San Francisco where I am surrounded by inspiration...Teeko, Max Kane, B.Cause, Mista-B, A-Ron-all can scratch like a muhfugga and their selection? PSHhhhh so funky! They are extended Sweater Funk fam. Love you guys

2x4 fun with my Sweater Funk sis Chungerz

This Friday: Party Favors San Jose

2011-06-22T17:18:00.000-07:00

Celebrating the release of R-Cade's latest mix "Scratching The Surface"

-Dstrukt (UTT,Bevmo, LA)

Download DJ R-Cade's Presents : Scratching the Surface : Part 1 Teaser, Full Version out this Friday:

http://www.box.net/shared/

static/hb7tmskcaz96j86cj0j

3.mp3

http://xanhrestaurant.com/

http://noaff.blogspot.com/

WE'RE BACK

2011-06-19T10:06:00.000-07:00

Definition of Bad

2011-06-17T03:25:00.000-07:00

Tura Santana

TONITE: SIDE2SIDE

2011-06-16T16:34:00.000-07:00

Every 3rd Thursday in The Mission, San Francisco CA.

LISTEN TO OUR PROMO MIX HERE

Cerrone "Hooked on You" KON remix

2011-06-15T11:23:00.000-07:00

I first heard this on the Giles Peterson show when Kon was a guest. That entire show was filled with remixes by Kon and crazy studio cuts/acapellas that I've never heard before. And Teena at the end??? Good lord, that made me cry. She sounds so young and hungry.
Listen to the mix below
Gilles Peterson featuring Kon (Kon & Amir/BBE Records) by souloftheboot

Paul Nice

2011-06-12T23:31:00.000-07:00

HE'S BAACCCKKKK
Brand New (Paul Nice Remix) / Rhymefest featuring Kanye West by paulnice
"Scarce, promo-only remix premiered by Mark Ronson on East Village Radio during the release of Rhymefest's debut album, "Blue Collar" (on Mark's label, Allido Records).
Features Kanye West."

Original White Girl Mob

2011-06-12T12:57:00.001-07:00

Eazy E protege Tarrie B.

High School Memories

2011-06-11T12:56:00.001-07:00

Sweater Funk Crew invades Los Angeles

2011-06-10T14:54:00.000-07:00

Starting this Sunday June 12th, my Sweater Funk brothers will be bringing the opium den jems to Los Angeles.

SUNDAY JUNE 12th BEAT SWAP MEET

MONDAY JUNE 13th DAM-FUNK/JON BLUNK BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AT FUNKMOSPHERE

TUESDAY JUNE 14th UBIQUITY PRESENDS MOVEMENT w/OHMEGA WATTS

The 41Funktion

2011-06-09T11:19:00.000-07:00

HONORED

Bear Clawz

2011-06-08T19:39:00.000-07:00

MAZE Mondays

2011-06-06T12:34:00.000-07:00

We are one.

Grown Folks Music

2011-06-06T12:30:00.000-07:00

Steppin' with Style

The second track on the video is a quintessential Selecter Kirk jam...enjoy!

DOWNLOAD I'll Go by Rashaan Patterson

Happy Birthday Freddy Anzures

2011-06-05T12:55:00.000-07:00

Last year for Freddy's birthday, he took us to see Maxwell at Oracle arena, front row seats, and picked ME up in a Limo to get there. If that doesn't give you an idea of how thoughtful and giving this man is, then you must meet him for yourself to experience one of the most inspiring persons in my life. The man behind p-r-o-p-s.com, a trailblazer at Apple Computers, one of the founders of SFNY, an amazing designer....He is never not creating, contributing, and smiling.

Come join us tonite at SOM (16th and South Van Ness) for a Sweater Funk Birthday Celebration for Freddy. A line-up filled with special guests and your usual S-F suspects.

Love you FA

Memorial Day Sweater Funk

2011-05-25T22:55:00.001-07:00

SF Weekly Nods Sweater Funk & LB

2011-05-25T22:35:00.000-07:00

Bay Areas own Lyrics Born has come through to support Sweater Funk a few times, so this write up in SF Weekly is an honor. MUCH LOVE LB! Sweater Funk approved

Read the full article HERE

Thank You Stevie

2011-05-25T12:34:00.000-07:00

I Heart The 90's

2011-05-25T11:32:00.000-07:00

This Friday the 27th at Madrone Lounge

9:30
"SF's Original 90s Dance Party"

"DEEJAYs: Samala, Mr. Grant, and Sonny Phono rocking hip hop, dance, alternative, grunge, reggae, etc. VEEJAY: Teo with the live visual mixing of 90s music video classics and beyond..."

Doors 4pm-2am / Music 9pm / 21 & up w/ID

$5 COVER Between 10PM and 1AM

HOTLINE x SFNY

2011-05-23T10:32:00.001-07:00

June 5th: Motif in San Jose

2011-05-23T10:24:00.000-07:00

LAST CALL teaser 2011 from Hella Proper on Vimeo.

Sunday Funday!!

21+ // FULL BAR OUTSIDE

BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS STARTING @ 3PM

BEER / SANGRIA PONG

$20 Sangria Pitchers

& Tapas will be available!

Sweater Funk recorded Live 2/27

2011-05-22T11:45:00.000-07:00

Thank you to Joe Vargo who is so crafty with making the audio sound amazing...here is the first installment of the night recorded live. Sets from Dam-Funk, PBWolf, and Baron Zen to come...

-S-F Crew

Sweater Funk Crew Live Pt. 1

I Chill and Makeout with my Lady Friend

2011-05-17T11:11:00.000-07:00

Filmed at San Francisco's beloved Mexican Grill "Papalote", opened in 1999 by DJ Mr. E and brother Victor Escobedo. Papalote garnered much attention after winning a culinary battle against the Food Network's Bobby Flay for their Triple Threat Burrito.

ONCE IN A LIFETIME from MVMNT on Vimeo.

Download [MP3] Once In A Lifetime

Oldie but Cutie

2011-05-16T11:55:00.000-07:00

From the Rumpshaker days at Double Dutch before the renovation....
Lt to Rt Joe Vargo, Chris Idiom, Ry Toast, yours truly...

Sweaterfunk is Back in May!

2011-05-15T10:47:00.000-07:00

Image by Freddy Anzures (p-r-o-p-s.com)

Tonite we will be getting down at The Knockout (3223 Mission St.) while Li Po is under construction. We look forward to returning to our grimy lil' opium den in Chinatown, but until then the boogie must go on. So if you're in the Outer Mission tonite...stop by!

My song for the evening:

"Knockout" by Margie Joseph (1982) Fairly easy record to find, got the 7" for 1$ at Amoeba.

Put The Phone On Your Butt

2011-05-11T23:12:00.000-07:00

It's a booty call

The Foundationfunk

2011-05-09T18:34:00.000-07:00

I was thoroughly impressed by the crowd that night....2am and we were still dancing (thanks to Apollo for holding it down on 1 turntable at the end...technical difficulties) First Saturdays of the month-this is the party to check out.

The FOUNDATION: TONITE

2011-05-07T15:30:00.001-07:00

Thank You B.Cause

2011-05-06T22:28:00.000-07:00

Misplaced this 7" Josh gave me for my birthday, but while getting records together for SOM tomorrow, I found it!! A nice n' sassy jammie. Josh B. Cause is the San Francisco treat...he is my #1 favorite DJ and I have the honor of playing with him 3rd Thursdays of the month for SIDE 2 SIDE

Photo by Facemelter

Fresh Meat Danceteria 32 "Dance Music - Shred One

2011-05-03T10:44:00.001-07:00

Listen to my sister Shred One

1. Win U Back -the Jones Girls
2. Better by the Minute -Glass Pyramid
3. You Are My Number One -Katie Kisson
4. I'll Do My Best -the Ritchie Family
5. It's All Yours (shred one shrEDIT) -Starpoint
6. You Can't Run From My Love -Stephanie Mills
7. Special -Dolette McDonald
8. I"m on the Real Side -Lisa Hill
9. Mind Up Tonight -Melba Moore
10. I Choose U -Confection
11. Pass the Dutch (instrumental) -Miss E
12. Play it by Ear -Cojo
13. Use Me Loose Me -the Paul Simpson Collection
14. Love (is gonna be on your side) -Firefly
15. You Don't Care (about our love) -China Burton
16. The Very Best in You -Change

Late Pass

2011-05-02T13:00:00.000-07:00

Just heard about this group The Weeknd from my pal Trevor...reminds me of Toro y Moi x The Dream

Grimy Time

2011-04-29T16:17:00.000-07:00

For my buddy Zernell-the brain behind Grimy Edits....He was a protégé of the late Ron Hardy and continues his tradition of serving up underground disco and early house music in that undeniable energetic Chi-Town way.

http://soundcloud.com/grimyedits/

All this talk about England

2011-04-29T15:54:00.000-07:00

And the first thing I think of is Morrisey

and Siouxsie and The Banshees

and The Durutti Column

Special AKA

Happy Birthday Kate

2011-04-27T13:14:00.000-07:00

The B-52's was my first concert at the age of 5...I have always been mezmerised by Kate, more so than Cindy (Must be the fire-red beehives)

(L to R) Kate Pierson (B-52’s), Kim Gordon (Sonic Youth), MC Lyte, Lady Miss Kier, Corina, Crystal Waters, Tina Weymouth (Tom Tom Club)