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This years Dance Parade in NYC was the biggest ever! Skōp has coverage of this Multi -Cultural event. pg. 6
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EVER!
PARADE WHO LOVES TO DANCE!?
This year's the
Annual Dance Parade was the biggest one yet! Personally if you wasn't there to experience it, then you missed out on a multi-cultural event filled with nothing but excitement and inspiration From around the world.
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This year's Dance parade took part on May 17th , 2014 between 21st and Broadway. Many groups from different part of the world come together to show off cultural dance moves such as hip-hop , house , waltz , belly dancers. According the dance parades past years , the judges including Hex Hector were expecting over 10,000 to show up to the say the least. Comments from hex were that " He was very excited to be this years Grand Marshall and cannot wait to see what this years Dance Parade has to offer " . On Hex's he included a memoir banner of one if his good friends Frankie Warren Knuckles Jr, A.K.A.Frankie Knuckles.
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Dance Music’s Superman
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those who don’t know this man. He has been the magic behind some of the best records of the last decade. Producing some of the most successful dance records To ever hit the clubs and radio. Not only has he produced some of the most amazing songs, but he has worked with a plethera of stars including the late great Michael Jackson. He is a multi Grammy holder with more grammys than you ever thought one person could have Through out his success he has not forgotten to give back and is as humble as he is successful. He makes time for everyone and greats everyone with open arms. It was pleasure conducting this inteview. It is also a Honor to have Hex Hector interviewed in Skōp‘s Promo. Skōp Magazine
Hex takes the time out of his busy schedule to always talk to the fans.
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Levan is a BEAST!!! Lol
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I hear you. In that era it was new and fresh rip to Frankie knuckles he was a pioneer and innovator did you have the chance to work with late legend?
Hex
Frankie Knuckles was a very dear friend. I had the opportunity to spin with him at The Official White Party in NYC I believe in 2004. I was devastated at his sudden passing. My float will have a dedication to him.
How long have you been in the music industry? And what genre would you say you are?
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Producing music for 21 years. I am House Music to the bone. I have been listening to your stuff since I was 14 that's how long I have been into house.
Skōp Magazine I saw all the awards and credits to your name. What or who paved the way for you? Hex
Growing up in Washington Heights in the early 80's was the best time for club music. DJ's like Kenny Carpenter and Larry Levan paved the way for me.
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Yes it was very unfortunate he will be greatly missed. What other genres of music do you appreciate? I appreciate all forms of music. I love country music. Not Taylor Swift and Shania Twain country. I'm talking Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline country.
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A true musicial at heart!
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With the rise of club music with successes like your self and others like Steve Aoki, avicci where do you see the genre going in the near future?
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Hex
Back to the underground. Where it all began. Organically In the clubs, lofts and basements of the world.
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There are a list of artist you have worked with who are some that you enjoyed working with?
Hex
Had a blast working with Angie Stone. Great energy, great voice and funny as hell. Patti Labelle was another highlight. Sweetest lady ever. Ricky Martin was also a great host and a gentleman when we recorded with him at his home studio.
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Power houses I see Patti oh Ms. Patti extraordinary voice.
I can never see myself lugging crates
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What are some of the trends you are seeing in the clubs these days?
Hex
I'm seeing less is more in the clubs. The better clubs are opting out of banquettes and bottle service. Lower cover charges. Minimal lighting, simple spaces and great sound systems.
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What do you miss most about the underground? And what clubs do you miss? (personally I loved sound factory)
Hex
As a patron I miss Bonds International Casino, The Paradise Garage, The Funhouse and the original 27th street Sound Factory.
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What equipment are you using these days?
Hex
I can't make up my mind between Traktor or USB drives.
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LOL OK. Change with times but what about the vinyl your collection must be crazy! Do you still like to spin with vinyl or straight digital?
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Lmaoooo remember the milk crates. Old school!! Memories!! We really appreciate you letting us pick your brain. I just have one more question. What advice would you give some one coming up in the game?
Hex
Learn how to make tracks Ableton is a good start. . Find your own unique sound. Learn your history. Seek out sets by the Pioneers and get inspired.
Hex
Vinyl is def making a comeback in a big way. I can never see myself lugging crates again.
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The Knick By Arturo “Thurito” Martinez
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n Wednesday, July 23, 2014, Cinemax hosted a special screening of the new drama series, The Knick (cinemax.com/the-knick/). Winner of the Academy of Artand director Emmy winner Steven Soderbergh with VIP audience at The New York Academy of Medicine in Harlem.
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The projection was followed by a panel discussion, with one of the stars of the series, André Holland ("42", "Friend with Benefits" ABC "Selma" string). Which offers an exciting performance as Dr. Algernon Edwards, a talented African-American Harvard graduate who joins a team of surgeons, led by Dr. John Thackery, played by Clive Owen. Together they embark on a ground breaking journey to save lives, revolutionize medicine and seek the shade of reverence, corruption and discrimination around economically challenged white facilities.
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With critically acclaimed writer and director, Neil Drumming, a critic of culture and fun. He provides breathtaking views that only him and Steven Katz ( supervising producer ) can give an exclusive ticket ride into the mind of Dr.Algernon Edwards and the Knickerboxer hospital.
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Attendees enjoyed a dazzling reception after the
screening, which included a performance by jazz transcends Mo 'Betta Wu - with the versatile DJ, television personality and comedian, Amanda Seales. Composed & accompanied by Kris Bowers a gender displacement pianist
Facebook: facebook.com/cinemax Cinemax ® is the leading destination for film on television that offers a wide range of theater entertainment. Combining a selection of broad movies containing Hollywood hits , Action Packed thrillers and wild comedies . They added more than 1,200+ movies that are shown each year giving viewers access to new & exclusive premieres. The official website for MAX GO ® allows eligible Cinemax ® subscribers to instantly access over 400 of the biggest Hollywood hit movies, indie favorites, and Max.
Elle Varner ( R & B singer ) alongside recording artists Teyana Taylor , Prodigy ( Mobb Deep ) , Dr. Jeff Gardere ( American Psychologist ) and John Castillo ( Model And Actor ) who was a finalist in the "Mr.Handsome" contest in Connecticut were among the list of celebrities present. The series will premier friday August 8th , 2014 at 10pm ET on Cinemax. Do not forget to comment and follow on social networks and links with these hashtags: # # RetroRemedy atTheKnick Twitter: @Cinemax and @atTheKnick @NeilDrumming
Special thanks for the opportunity to cover this event with Thurito Martinez, John Castillo "Mr Handsome 2014" First Runner Up, the organization of Swing Promotions Debbie Arrieta, Mrs Torres Pheonix Brands.
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“An apple a day keeps the
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