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Beatboxing is the art of making rhythms, grooves and sound effects using the human voice. This “fifth element of hip hop” originated in the early 80's – on street corners, in stairwells, schoolyards, and small clubs – and has been underground for years. Now, in the same way that DJ'ing and turntablism swept the world in the 90's, beatboxing is exploding.
The Vowel Movement was created to support the art of beatboxing in the Bay Area and beyond. Through our showcase events, The Vowel Movement features some of the best beatboxers in the Bay Area; sets up collaborations with instrumentalists, vocalists, poets, breakdancers, and other performers; and provides an open mic for new talent.
The Vowel Movement also books out these incredible performers to events, parties and clubs, while at the same time producing ground-breaking beatbox shows and competitions, highlighting the true power and versatility of this truly under-appreciated art form. To book a beatboxer, email: info@everydaytheatre.com
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UPCOMING VOWEL MOVEMENT SHOWS:
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The Vowel Movement Beatboxers Fall Showcase
Everyday Theatre (EDT)
in association with Speak the Music
presents
The Vowel Movement Beatboxers Fall Showcase
The top competitors from the 2008 West Coast Beat Boxing Championships return to Ashkenaz to throw down some freeform beatboxing fireworks in the Vowel Movement Beatboxers Fall Showcase. If you missed the Championships, do NOT miss this opportunity to see these amazing performers in action.
featuring:
Maximillian (2008 West Coast Beatbox Champion)
Monkstilo (2008 West Coast Beatbox finalist)
Adam Matta (NYC/Beatboxer Entertainment)
Infinite (Felonious)
Tim Barsky (EDT)
Soulati (Felonious)
Constant Change
Eachbox
Syzygy
Icebox
Bronkar
One Mouth Band
MC Orukusaki
special guests DJ Aspect & E Live (Slumpco)
+ guest instrumentalists and performers TBA
Friday November 14th
at Ashkenaz,
1317 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley
Doors: 8pm
Show: 9pm-till
Tickets: $10/advance or students/seniors, $12/door
MORE INFO:
www.thevowelmovement.com
www.ashkenaz.com
WHAT THE CRITICS ARE SAYING!
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"A monthly gathering of the Bay Area's best beatboxers... the VM is
evolving into a get-together of all elements of San Francisco's
underground hip hop community."
– Flavorpill Review
"The art of beatboxing is undergoing a renaissance in the
Bay Area... this event is proof that vocal percussion has
transcended all boundaries. Hear the future sounds of
hip hop..."
– SF Weekly Review
"The Vowel Movement will introduce you to a form of
vocal percussion different from all you've seen, no
matter how well you profess your awareness of hip-hop.
This event will open your mind, if not blow it."
– Nitevibe Review
"Apparently, while the rest of us were sleeping, beatboxing moved into a
whole new realm... The new breed of beatboxing is some deep, powerful
Sh*t That Cannot Be Named. I encourage you to go the next event."
– SF Weekly Review
"Unexpected guests often arrive at this monthly gathering, so witness
some of the dopest organic teamwork since Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh."
– SF Bay Guardian Review
"An Empire of Phlegm... On a recent Friday night the beatboxers took
over, commanding a large and rapturous crowd."
– East Bay Express Review
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